Eastern WA judge moves challenge against new sheriff law to Thurston County

By: Jake Goldstein-Street

Outlets: Washington State Standard

Published: April 17, 2026

Words: 973

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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An eastern Washington judge declined Thursday to rule on the future of a state law that could potentially force sheriffs out of office if they don’t meet new standards.

Lincoln County Superior Court Judge Adam Walser instead decided the case should be heard in Thurston County, agreeing with the state attorney general’s office, which is defending the law. A similar legal challenge is already playing out in Thurston County, where the state capital is located …

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