WAC 242-02-280   Amicus.  (1) Any person whose interest may be substantially affected by a proceeding before a board may by motion request status as an amicus in the case.

     (2) A motion to file an amicus curiae brief must include a statement of:

     (a) Applicant's interest and the person or group applicant represents;

     (b) Applicant's familiarity with the issues involved in the matter and with the scope of the argument presented or to be presented by the parties;

     (c) Specific issues to which the amicus curiae brief will be directed; and

     (d) Applicant's reason for believing that additional argument is necessary on these specific issues. The brief of amicus curiae may be filed with the motion but must be filed no later than the time set for the filing of the brief for the party whose position the amicus supports.

     (3) If the person qualifies for amicus, the presiding officer may impose conditions upon the amicus's participation in the proceedings, either at the time that amicus status is granted or at any subsequent time.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 36.70A.270(7). 04-21-046, § 242-02-280, filed 10/15/04, effective 11/15/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 36.70A.270(6). 94-07-033, § 242-02-280, filed 3/9/94, effective 4/9/94; 92-21-034, § 242-02-280, filed 10/15/92, effective 10/15/92.]