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A contract may be unenforceable if a court finds that some or all of the contract is against public policy—against the public good because it is contrary to law or morality. A contract that requires a party to commit a crime, fraud, or immoral act, or that limits a parent’s obligation to support the parent’s child, or that unfairly disadvantages consumers may be void as against public policy. The determination that a contract is void as against public policy is subjective and based on the specific contract and circumstances.

In Washington State, a contract may be deemed unenforceable if it is found to be against public policy. This means that if a contract requires any party to engage in illegal activities such as committing a crime or fraud, or if it involves an immoral act, it can be voided by a court. Additionally, contracts that attempt to limit a parent's obligation to support their child, or those that unfairly disadvantage consumers, may also be considered void as against public policy. The assessment of whether a contract is against public policy is subjective and will depend on the particular details of the contract and the context in which it is being examined. Courts in Washington will look at the intent of the parties, the potential harm to the public, and the severity of the contract's contravention of law or morality when making their determination.

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