Revised Code of Washington (RCW) (Last Updated: August 9, 2016) |
Title 9. CRIMES AND PUNISHMENTS |
Chapter 9.94A. Sentencing reform act of 1981. |
Section 9.94A.7709. Legal financial obligations—Wage assignments—Recovery of costs, attorneys' fees.
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- In any action to enforce legal financial obligations under this chapter, the prevailing party is entitled to a recovery of costs, including an award for reasonable attorneys' fees. An obligor may not be considered a prevailing party under this section unless the obligee has acted in bad faith in connection with the proceeding in question.[ 1989 c 252 § 17. Formerly RCW 9.94A.2009.]NOTES:Purpose—Prospective application—Effective dates—Severability—1989 c 252: See notes following RCW 9.94A.030.
1989 c 252 § 17. Formerly RCW 9.94A.2009.