Washington criminal charge
Reports of major repairs, etc in Washington
Reports of major repairs, etc is a Gross Misdemeanor under Washington criminal law, defined by RCW 46.52.090. 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 46.52.090.
What is the penalty for reports of major repairs, etc 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 reports of major repairs, etc in Washington
Is reports of major repairs, etc a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Reports of major repairs, etc is a Gross Misdemeanor in Washington under RCW 46.52.090.
What are the penalties for reports of major repairs, etc in Washington?
As a Gross Misdemeanor, reports of major repairs, etc 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 reports of major repairs, etc?
Reports of major repairs, etc is governed by RCW 46.52.090 (Reports of major repairs, etc.—Violations, penalties—Rules—Exceptions for older vehicles).
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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.