WASHINGTON SUPREME COURT · JULY 26, 2006
Andersen v. King County
Heather Andersen v. King County, Appellants Celia Castle v. The State of Washington
Legislative power & process Constitutionality of a law Cites a specific bill- Docket
- No. Nos. 75934-1; 75956-1
- Decided
- July 26, 2006
- Citation
- 138 P.3d 963; 158 Wash. 2d 1
- Cited by later opinions
- 69
- Judges
- Alexander, Bridge, Chambers, Fairhurst, Johnson, Madsen
- Status
- Published
Why this case is listed
Legislative power & process
Single-subject and title rules, separation of powers, or veto power.
…not possess that power — no court does. Separation of powers is a fundamental constitutional principle…
Constitutionality of a law
The court considers whether a statute or ordinance is constitutional.
…this: is the provision in Washington’s marriage statute, RCW 26.04.010, which clearly states that marriage…
Cites a specific bill
The opinion discusses a House or Senate bill by name.
…institution of civil marriage.84 ¶264 The Final House Bill Report reflects that testimony-in favor of the…
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