§ 30a-26-020

RCW 30A.26.020Scope, choice of law, and forum.(1) This chapter applies to a special deposit under an account agreement that states the intention of the parties to establish a special deposit governed by this chapter, regardless of whether a party to the account agreement or a transaction related to the special deposit, or the special deposit itself, has a reasonable relation to Washington state.(2) The parties to an account agreement may choose a forum in this state for settling a dispute arising out of the special deposit, regardless of whether a party to the account agreement or a transaction related to the special deposit, or the special deposit itself, has a reasonable relation to this state, provided the parties have the approval of the presiding judicial officer.(3) This chapter does not affect:(a) A right or obligation relating to a deposit other than a special deposit under this chapter;(b) Previously established common law or application of statutes regarding deposits other than special deposits under this chapter; or(c) The voidability of a deposit or transfer that is fraudulent or voidable under other law.[ 2024 c 23 s 3.]