# RCW 5.40.010: RCW 5.40.010: Pleadings do not constitute proof

> Washington · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S010

## Section

- **Citation:** RCW 5.40.010
- **Heading:** RCW 5.40.010: Pleadings do not constitute proof
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Code / Title 5 / Chapter 40 / Section 010

## Text

Pleadings sworn to by either party in any case shall not, on the trial, be deemed proof of the facts alleged therein, nor require other or greater proof on the part of the adverse party.

## Nearby sections

- [RCW 5.40.010 RCW 5.40.010: Pleadings do not constitute proof.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S010.md)
- [RCW 5.40.020 RCW 5.40.020: Written finding of presumed death as prima facie evidence.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S020.md)
- [RCW 5.40.030 RCW 5.40.030: Proof of missing in action, capture by enemy, etc.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S030.md)
- [RCW 5.40.040 RCW 5.40.040: Proof of authenticity of signature to report or of certification.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S040.md)
- [RCW 5.40.050 RCW 5.40.050: Breach of duty—Evidence of negligence—Negligence per se.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S050.md)
- [RCW 5.40.060 RCW 5.40.060: Defense to personal injury or wrongful death action—Intoxicating liquor or any drug.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T5_C40_S060.md)

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