Washington criminal charge
Possession of stolen vehicle in Washington
Possession of stolen vehicle is a Class B Felony under Washington criminal law, defined by RCW 9A.56.068. As a Class B Felony, 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 9A.56.068.
What is the penalty for possession of stolen vehicle in Washington?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 10 years (statutory maximum (RCW 9A.20.021(1)(b)); the sentence actually imposed is set by the Sentencing Reform Act standard range (RCW 9.94A.510) from the offense's seriousness level and the defendant's offender score) | discretionary | RCW 9A.20.021 |
| Fine | up to $20,000 (statutory maximum, adult offenders (RCW 9A.20.021(5)); unless a different maximum is specifically established by statute) | discretionary | RCW 9A.20.021 |
Applies to crimes committed on or after July 1, 1984.
Common questions about possession of stolen vehicle in Washington
Is possession of stolen vehicle a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Possession of stolen vehicle is a Class B Felony in Washington under RCW 9A.56.068.
What are the penalties for possession of stolen vehicle in Washington?
As a Class B Felony, possession of stolen vehicle carries up to 10 years (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $20,000 (no mandatory minimum) under RCW 9A.20.021 (crimes committed on or after July 1, 1984).
Which Washington statute covers possession of stolen vehicle?
Possession of stolen vehicle is governed by RCW 9A.56.068 (Possession of stolen vehicle).
Legal terms used in this law
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.