Peremptory challenges defined.

RCW 4.44.140
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A peremptory challenge is an objection to a juror for which no reason need be given, but upon which the court shall exclude the juror. A peremptory challenge is an objection to a juror for which no reason need be given, but upon which the court shall exclude the juror.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=4.44&full=trueFetched: 6/28/2026