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Seattle immigration case involving 6‑year‑old highlights due‑process concerns reverberating into Southwest Washington

A 2023 Seattle immigration case involving a 6‑year‑old girl ordered to appear in court alone continues to shape statewide conversations about due‑process protections, with implications for families navigating federal systems from Southwest Washington.

Source: KGW

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Feb 13, 2026

Courts and Justice

Clark County Judge Confronts Public Defense Shortage, Weighs Case Dismissals

A Clark County District Court judge has begun weighing whether to dismiss cases after defendants were left without public defenders, highlighting a growing constitutional crisis in Washington’s public defense system.

Source: The Columbian

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Feb 13, 2026

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Clark County Evictions Continue to Climb, With Legal Aid Funding Shortfall Raising New Alarms

Clark County’s eviction filings continue to climb, with new 2025 data showing a 33% increase since 2023 and a statewide legal aid funding shortfall threatening tenant protections.

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Feb 6, 2026

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Seattle immigration case involving 6‑year‑old highlights due‑process concerns reverberating into Southwest Washington

Clark County Judge Confronts Public Defense Shortage, Weighs Case Dismissals

Clark County Evictions Continue to Climb, With Legal Aid Funding Shortfall Raising New Alarms

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