Washington criminal charge
Possession, use of controlled substance in Washington
Possession, use of controlled substance is a Gross Misdemeanor under Washington criminal law, defined by RCW 69.50.4013. 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 69.50.4013.
Common questions about possession, use of controlled substance in Washington
Is possession, use of controlled substance a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Possession, use of controlled substance is a Gross Misdemeanor in Washington under RCW 69.50.4013.
Which Washington statute covers possession, use of controlled substance?
Possession, use of controlled substance is governed by RCW 69.50.4013 (Possession, use of controlled substance—Penalty—Referral to assessment and services—Possession of useable cannabis, cannabis concentrates, or cannabis-infused products—Delivery).
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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.