Washington legal term
Certified tribe in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Certified tribe” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Washington criminal code.
What does “Certified tribe” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Certified tribe" means a federally recognized tribe located within the borders of the state of Washington that (a) may impose a term of imprisonment of greater than one year, or a fine greater than $5,000, or both, pursuant to the tribal law and order act of 2010, section 234, codified at 25 U.S.C. (RCW 10.32.010)
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