Wrongful Conviction Attorneys in Washington
Wrongful conviction attorneys fight to overturn convictions where an innocent person was found guilty due to police or prosecutorial misconduct, fabricated evidence, unreliable testimony, or other failures of the justice system. These attorneys not only work to free innocent people but also pursue compensation for the years stolen from them — including cases where someone has already served their sentence and is fighting to clear their name.
State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits
For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.
Wash. Rev. Code § 4.16.080(2)
Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.
Wash. Rev. Code § 4.96.020
Written notice of claim must be filed within 60 days for claims against political subdivisions. This is one of the shortest notice windows in the country.
Washington Police Reform Package (2021) — Wash. Rev. Code § 43.101.450 et seq.
Washington enacted a sweeping police accountability package in 2021 (SB 5066, HB 1054, HB 1310) establishing new use-of-force standards and duty-to-intervene requirements. The Washington Law Against Discrimination does not provide a QI defense for state civil rights claims.