Legal Opinion
Wenatchee Reclamation District v. Mustell
Washington Supreme Court
Decided October 9, 1984No. 50045-2PublishedCited by 21 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtPearson, J.
This case presents the issue of whether former RCW 87.03.310, which describes the procedures for foreclosing on delinquent irrigation assessments, fails to provide the notice and opportunity for a hearing required by due process. We hold that former RCW 87.03.310 is constitutionally defective. We further hold that former RCW 87.03.365, a statute of limitations, does not prevent respondents in this case from challenging the validity of a tax deed obtained pursuant to the defective foreclosure proceedings.
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Tax 59, the subject of this action, is a small piece of property located in the heart of…
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