Washington legal term
Electronic tracking device in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Electronic tracking device” 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 “Electronic tracking device” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Electronic tracking device" means an electronic device that permits a person to remotely determine or monitor the position and movement of another person, vehicle, device, or other personal possession. (RCW 9A.46.110)
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