In all actions and proceedings other than those mentioned in this chapter [and RCW 4.48.100], where no provision is made for the recovery of costs, they may be allowed or not, and if allowed may be apportioned between the parties, in the discretion of the court.
RCW 4.84.190
Costs in proceedings not specifically covered.
Applied in 5 court decisions — leading case 106 Wash. 2d 212 - Bering v. Share (1986)
Most recently applied in 106 Wash. 2d 212 - Bering v. Share (June 1986)
Code 1881 s 525; 1877 p 111 s 529; 1854 p 204 s 387; RRS s 493.
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Official source: Washington State Legislature. Reproduced from public-domain Washington statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.