Columbia Superior (Dayton) Venue Guide
341 E. Main Street, Dayton, WA 9932812mo
Avg. to Trial
~15
Court PI Filings
Superior
Court Type
E-Filing
Jury Pool Characteristics
Smallest WA county by population — very rural
Agricultural and ranching community
Very conservative demographics
Extremely small jury pool — everyone knows everyone
Filing Procedures
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Paper filing still accepted
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Filing fee approximately $240
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Pure comparative fault applies
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3-year SOL for PI
Local Rules & Requirements
Pure comparative fault
3-year SOL
Columbia County local rules
Mediation available
Strategic Tips
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US-12 corridor is primary accident route
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Agricultural equipment accidents on rural roads
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Extremely small caseload — efficient processing
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Change of venue motions may be warranted for high-profile cases
Frequently Asked Questions — Columbia Superior (Dayton)
Sources & Methodology
Disposition times: Based on state court annual reports and the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) State Court Caseload Digest (2023). Estimated averages for personal injury civil cases; actual timelines vary by case complexity.
Caseload figures: Derived from state court annual reports and NCSC Court Statistics Project data where available.
Filing procedures & fees: From court websites and published local rules of court, current as of early 2026. Fees and procedures are subject to change.
Jury pool characteristics: Based on county demographic data (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022), county-level jury verdict reporters, and published local bar association litigation guides.
Disclaimer: Court venue profiles are for educational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Procedures, fees, and timelines change frequently. Verify all information with the court clerk's office before filing.
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