Seventh Elect Church in Israel v. Rogers

This is one of three appeals arising out of examinations conducted in supplemental proceedings initiated by the Seventh Elect Church in Israel, et al, against Gerald L. Rogers and his marital community. Priscilla A. Rogers, Gerald Rogers' wife, appeals from an order of the Superior Court which adjudged her in contempt and incarcerated her for her refusal, based on the assertion of the marital privilege, to be sworn and answer questions in proceedings supplemental to a judgment.

Two issues are presented:

1. Whether the marital privilege encompassed in RCW 5.60.060(1) can be asserted by a…