Judicial Candidate Forums Washington State Supreme Court July 20, 2012, 12:00-1:30pm
As the highest level of court in Washington, the Washington Supreme Court is the state's "court of last resort." It is asked to review more than a 1,000 cases each year, issuing over 125 opinions annually. Most come from the state Court of Appeals, though cases can be appealed directly from Superior Court. In the Supreme Court, no witnesses are called or other evidence taken. Rather, the Court hears only legal issues, and decides the case based on the factual record developed in the trial court. The nine justices are elected statewide to staggered, six-year terms. Three positions are contested for election on the August primary ballot, and all nine candidates have been invited to participate in this event. Forum Location: Seattle Public Library, 1000 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Level 4, Room 1
These are free events and open to the public. No refreshments will be provided but you may bring your own lunch. We will record these programs for later viewing on our website at www.kcba.org. Please direct press inquires to Andrew Prazuch at andrewp@kcba.org or 206-267-7061. For more information about judicial elections, visit www.kcba.org/judicialratings or www.votingforjudges.org.
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