Washington legal term
Course of conduct in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Course of conduct” 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 “Course of conduct” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Course of conduct" means a pattern of conduct composed of a series of acts over a period of time, however short, evidencing a continuity of purpose. (RCW 7.105.010)
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