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Landlord/Tenant Law http://www.atg.wa.gov/ResidentialLT/default.aspx Source: Washington State Office of the Attorney General Information about the state's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (RCW 59.18). Also available in Russian and Spanish. Topics covered include Who Is Covered By The Law, Rights of All Tenants, Moving In (Types of Rental Agreements, Illegal Provisions in Rental Agreements, Deposits and Other Fees, Refundable Deposits, Nonrefundable Fees), While You're Living in the Rental Unit (Landlord's Responsibilities, Tenant's Responsibilities, If the Landlord Wants to Make Changes, If the Property is Sold, Landlord's Access to the Rental, If the Rental Needs Repairs, Illegal Actions of a Landlord), Moving Out (Proper Notice to Leave, Return of Deposits, Evictions, Abandonment), and Where to Go With Questions And Complaints. full description	Where can I get information about Washington State's Residential Landlord-Tenant Act? What is the law for landlords and tenants? What rights and responsibilities do landlords have? What rights and responsibilities do tenants have?
HUD Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program Evictions http://www.lawhelp.org/WA/showdocument.cfm/County/ Source: Northwest Justice Project This publication briefly describes tenant rights and the steps to take to avoid an eviction from apartments where the landlord has a contract with a local Housing Authority under the Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program. full description	When may my landlord evict me? What type of eviction notice must my landlord give me? What should I do if I get an eviction notice? What happens if I cannot settle my eviction at the meeting? How may I get legal help with an eviction?
Innocent Project Northwest http://www.law.washington.edu/Clinics/IPNW/ Source: Innocence Project Northwest Innocence Project Northwest is a nonprofit organization made up of attorneys, students and professors working to free wrongly-convicted persons. Site includes information on types of cases the organization handles and a questionnaire to be used to apply for assistance from the organization. full description	What is the Innocence Project Northwest? What do I do if I've been wrongly convicted? I'm innocent, who can help me? Do I qualify for assistance from the Innocence Project? How do I apply for assistance from the Innocence Project? Will the Innocence Project take my case?
Police Practices http://www.aclu.org/police/index.html Source: American Civil Liberties Union of Washington Information regarding a person's rights when confronted by the police on the street, in their car or when arrested. full description	Do I have to answer a police officer's questions? Do I have to show my ID to the police when asked? Can I refuse to consent to a search of my person? My car? My home? Can I try to stop the police if they are searching me illegally? Can I remain silent when confronted by the police? Can the police hold me if I am not under arrest? What should I do if I am stopped in my car? Can the police search my car without a warrant? Do I have to take a breath test if accused of drunk driving? What should I do if I am arrested? Do the police have to show me the warrant? What do I do if my rights have been violated by the police? If I'm arrested, should I get an attorney? If I'm arrested, when should I get an attorney? What do I do if I'm arrested but I can't afford an attorney?
Family Law http://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/WA/StateSubTopics Source: Washington Courts Explains what types of family law cases people with low income can get free legal assistance for, including paternity and divorce issues. Provides links to free legal assistance programs. full description	How do I find family law information if I cannot afford a lawyer? Where can I find volunteer legal aid for my family law case? What is a family law facilitator? Where can I find do-it-yourself family law information? Where can I get free legal advice on family law issues?