The State Law Library was originally a part of the State Library. In 1907, the State Law Library
Committee was charged with appointing the State Law Librarian, who would also be the Deputy
State Librarian. The State Law Library has occupied the Main Reading Room in the Temple of
Justice since the building was opened in 1913. In 1958, under RCW 27.20, the State Law Library was made a part of the Supreme Court. It
serves employees of all three branches of state government and provides some services to local
governments. It is also open to the public.
Washington State Courts - State Law Library - 10 Easy Steps to Legal Research