Wash. Supreme Court published opinion — 1012055.pdf

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Rather, the State’s claims implicate three categories of interests that qualify as

matters of public concern: the lawful operation of crime-free rental housing

programs, protecting the civil rights of Washingtonians, and preventing police

misconduct. All of those issues have significant effects on Washingtonians.

The lawful operation of crime-free rental housing programs undoubtedly has

a significant effect on residents of this state. Though we have never required express

statutory authorization for the attorney general to maintain a particular action under

RCW 43.10.030(1), see YAF, 91 Wn.2d at 209 (citing Taylor 58 Wn.2d at 256), the

public import of these matters is evidenced in our statutes.10 In permitting crime-