Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 10 Criminal Procedure - Section 10.37.052 Indictment or information -- Requisites

§ 10.37.052. Indictment or information -- Requisites

The indictment or information must contain --

(1) The title of the action, specifying the name of the court to which the indictment or information is presented and the names of the parties;

(2) A statement of the acts constituting the offense, in ordinary and concise language, without repetition, and in such manner as to enable a person of common understanding to know what is intended.

[1891 c 28 § 20; Code 1881 § 1004; 1873 p 224 § 187; 1869 p 240 § 182; RRS § 2055. Formerly RCW 10.37.050, part.]

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