Washington § 4.56.075 - Judgment in case of setoff — When exceeds plaintiff's debt or affirmative relief required.

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§ 4.56.075. Judgment in case of setoff — When exceeds plaintiff's debt or affirmative relief required.

If a setoff established at the trial, exceeds the plaintiff's demand so established, judgment for the defendant shall be given for the excess; or if it appears that the defendant is entitled to any affirmative relief, judgment shall be given accordingly.
[Code 1881 s 303; 1877 p 62 s 307; 1869 p 74 s 305; 1854 p 173 s 231; RRS s 433. Formerly RCW 4.56.070, part.]

Notes

Rules of court: Cf. CR 54(b).

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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