Washington criminal charge
Cheating in the second degree in Washington
Cheating in the second degree is a Gross Misdemeanor under Washington criminal law, defined by RCW 9.46.1962. As a Gross Misdemeanor, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Washington sets for that offense class. Washington sorts criminal offenses into class A, B, and C felonies, gross misdemeanors, and misdemeanors — a gross misdemeanor is a distinct, more serious rung than a misdemeanor — with maximum penalties set by RCW 9A.20.021.
Defined by RCW 9.46.1962.
What is the penalty for cheating in the second degree in Washington?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 364 days (statutory maximum, county jail (RCW 9A.20.021(2)); offenses outside Title 9A carry the same default under RCW 9.92.020 unless the offense fixes its own penalty) | discretionary | RCW 9A.20.021 |
| Fine | up to $5,000 (statutory maximum, adult offenders (RCW 9A.20.021(5))) | discretionary | RCW 9A.20.021 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about cheating in the second degree in Washington
Is cheating in the second degree a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Cheating in the second degree is a Gross Misdemeanor in Washington under RCW 9.46.1962.
What are the penalties for cheating in the second degree in Washington?
As a Gross Misdemeanor, cheating in the second degree carries up to 364 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $5,000 (no mandatory minimum) under RCW 9A.20.021 (current).
Which Washington statute covers cheating in the second degree?
Cheating in the second degree is governed by RCW 9.46.1962 (Cheating in the second degree).
This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.