Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 28B.85 - Degree-Granting Institutions.
28B.85.120 - Actions resulting in jurisdiction of courts.

RCW 28B.85.120
Actions resulting in jurisdiction of courts.

A degree-granting institution, whether located in this state or outside of this state, that conducts business of any kind, makes any offers, advertises, solicits, or enters into any contracts in this state or with a resident of this state is subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of this state for any cause of action arising from the acts.

[ 1986 c 136 § 12.]

Structure Revised Code of Washington

Revised Code of Washington

Title 28B - Higher Education

Chapter 28B.85 - Degree-Granting Institutions.

28B.85.010 - Definitions.

28B.85.020 - Council's duties—Rule-making authority.

28B.85.030 - Current authorization required to offer or grant degree—Penalty for violation.

28B.85.040 - Completion of program of study prerequisite to degree—Application of chapter.

28B.85.050 - Council may require information.

28B.85.060 - Fees.

28B.85.070 - Surety bonds—Security in lieu of bond—Cancellation of bond—Notice—Claims.

28B.85.080 - Suspension or modification of requirements authorized.

28B.85.090 - Claims—Complaints—Investigations—Hearings—Orders.

28B.85.095 - Council's authority to enforce compliance—Violations.

28B.85.100 - Violations—Civil penalties.

28B.85.120 - Actions resulting in jurisdiction of courts.

28B.85.130 - Educational records—Permanent file—Protection.

28B.85.140 - Contracts voidable—When.

28B.85.150 - Enforceability of debts—Authority to offer degree required.

28B.85.160 - Actions to enforce chapter—Who may bring—Relief.

28B.85.170 - Injunctive relief—Council may seek.

28B.85.175 - Degree-granting institution requirements—Consumer protection act violations.

28B.85.180 - Violation of chapter unfair or deceptive practice under RCW 19.86.020.

28B.85.190 - Remedies and penalties in chapter nonexclusive and cumulative.

28B.85.220 - False academic credentials—Unlawful acts—Violation of consumer protection act—Venue.

28B.85.230 - Student achievement council tuition recovery trust fund.

28B.85.240 - Student achievement council tuition recovery trust fund—State treasurer.

28B.85.902 - Effective date—1986 c 136.

28B.85.905 - Validity of registration under prior laws.

28B.85.906 - Application of chapter to foreign degree-granting institution branch campuses.