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Washington Exhibit Stamps

Professional exhibit labeling for Washington Superior Courts

King County LCR 4(j), ER 904County-specific (KC Script, LINX, eFile & Serve)25 MB (varies by county) limit

Quick Reference

Plaintiff MarkingNumbers (1, 2, 3...) - Yellow stickers
Defendant MarkingLetters (A-1, A-2...) or joint sequence - Blue stickers
Exchange Deadline21 days before trial (King County)
E-Filing SystemCounty-specific (KC Script, LINX, eFile & Serve)
File Size Limit25 MB (varies by county)
Primary RuleKing County LCR 4(j), ER 904

Key Requirements for Washington

  • ER 904 STREAMLINING: Documents admitted without testimony if notice 30 days before trial, no objection within 14 days
  • Color-coded stickers: Yellow for plaintiffs/petitioners, Blue for defendants/respondents
  • Sticker placement: Lower right corner; small items on stiff backing
  • CRITICAL: Exhibits and trial notebooks NOT filed in court file - maintained separately
  • Under GR 30: Original wills, certified appeal records, negotiable instruments CANNOT be e-filed
  • Joint Statement of Evidence due 5 judicial days before trial
  • Non-documentary exhibits available for inspection 14 days before trial
  • Videos/audio on flash drive format (phones not permitted)

Major County Rules

King County

Uses KC Script Portal. $50 paper handling fee for attorney non-compliance. Exhibit lists 21 days before trial. Documentary exhibit copies exchanged same day. Joint Statement of Evidence 5 judicial days before.

Local Rule: LCR 4(j), 4(k)

Pierce County

Uses LINX system. TRACK-BASED scheduling: Expedited (Week 21), Standard (Week 47), Complex (Week 70) exhibit exchange deadlines.

Local Rule: PCLR 3

Snohomish County

Uses eFile & Serve accepting only PDF documents.

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Typical Washington Exhibit Timeline

Discovery
Gather exhibits
Pre-Trial
Mark & exchange
Trial
Present exhibits

ER 904 allows admission of documents WITHOUT testimony if proper notice given and no objection within 14 days. Powerful streamlining tool.

Washington County Court Guides

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Washington Exhibit FAQs

How do I mark exhibits for Washington courts?

In Washington, plaintiffs typically use Numbers (1, 2, 3...) - Yellow stickers while defendants use Letters (A-1, A-2...) or joint sequence - Blue stickers. Always verify with your specific court's local rules as requirements may vary by county.

What is the e-filing system for Washington?

Washington uses County-specific (KC Script, LINX, eFile & Serve) for electronic filing. The maximum file size is typically 25 MB (varies by county). Check with your specific court for exact requirements.

When must exhibits be exchanged in Washington?

ER 904 allows admission of documents WITHOUT testimony if proper notice given and no objection within 14 days. Powerful streamlining tool. The typical exchange deadline is 21 days before trial (King County). Always verify deadlines in your court's scheduling order.

Does ExhibitPrep work for Washington courts?

Yes! ExhibitPrep is designed to create properly formatted exhibit stamps that comply with Washington court requirements. Our tool supports Numbers (1, 2, 3...) - Yellow stickers for plaintiffs and Letters (A-1, A-2...) or joint sequence - Blue stickers for defendants.

Are there county-specific rules in Washington?

Yes, Washington has county-specific variations. King County uses kc script portal. $50 paper handling fee for attorney non-compliance. exhibit lists 21 days before trial. documentary exhibit copies exchanged same day. joint statement of evidence 5 judicial days before.. Always check local rules for your specific court.

Last updated: 2026-01. Always verify current requirements with your court.