Washington Acknowledgment of Notice of Rights — Rule 5 Petition is a form used by Washington state courts to ensure that individuals are aware of their rights in civil legal proceedings. It is also known as the Notice of Rights form. This form is typically used when an individual is filing a petition with the court to start a legal action, such as a lawsuit. The form serves to inform the individual of their rights and responsibilities before the court, including their right to an attorney, their right to a jury, their right to a prompt hearing, their right to have witnesses appear at the hearing, and their right to present evidence to the court. The Washington Acknowledgment of Notice of Rights — Rule 5 Petition also informs the individual of any potential costs associated with their legal action. The Washington Acknowledgment of Notice of Rights — Rule 5 Petition is available in two versions: the original version, which is used for most civil legal matters, and the modified version, which is used for special proceedings, such as probate or family law matters.