§ 5.70.030 Validity of unsworn declaration (Effective July 22, 2011) [Tentative classification and name line supplied by publisher]

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5.70.030. Validity of unsworn declaration (Effective July 22, 2011) [Tentative classification and name line supplied by publisher]

    (1) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (2) of this section, if a law of this state requires or permits use of a sworn declaration, an unsworn declaration meeting the requirements of this chapter has the same effect as a sworn declaration.

    (2) This chapter does not apply to:

        (a) A deposition;

        (b) An oath of office;

        (c) An oath required to be given before a specified official other than a notary public;

        (d) A declaration to be recorded pursuant to Title 64 or 65 RCW; or

        (e) An oath required by RCW 11.20.020.