Washington legal term
Check in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Check” 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 “Check” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Check" means a negotiable instrument that meets the definition of "check" under RCW 62A.3-104 or a blank form instrument that would meet the definition of "check" under RCW 62A.3-104 if it were completed and signed. (RCW 9A.56.280)
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