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The Superior Courts In Washington State Are The Court Of General Jurisdiction

The superior courts in Washington State are the court of general jurisdiction. These courts have exclusive jurisdiction for felony matters, real property rights, domestic relations, estate, mental illness, juvenile, and civil cases over $50,000. The superior courts also hear appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction.

There are 29 superior court judicial districts in the 39 counties. As of 2003 there are 174 superior court judges. Superior court judges are elected on a non-partisan basis for a four year term.

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Hung Jury

Definition:
A jury that cannot agree on a verdict

Discovery

Definition:
A legal process by which lawyers are entitled to find out information from their adversary in a pending case.

Sentence

Definition:
A punishment prescribed by law and imposed by a judge following a conviction.

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