The court may dismiss a proceeding under this chapter for want of prosecution only without prejudice. An order of dismissal for want of prosecution purportedly with prejudice is void and has only the effect of a dismissal without prejudice.
RCW 26.26A.505
Proceeding to adjudicate parentage—Dismissal for want of prosecution—Without prejudice.
2018 c 6 s 521.
Official source: Washington State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Washington statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.