Effective Sept 1 - new rule amendment proposed by defense organizations removes the language "materially affect the accused's right to a fair trial" from the CrR 8.3/CrRLJ 8.3 rule. The amendment further adds factors for the court to consider in such a motion. This will dramatically increase the number of motions to dismiss criminal cases based on every conceivable procedural irregularity going forward.

See the changes in the order amending rule here

-Brad and Michelle