Washington legal term
Facial covering in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Facial covering” 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 “Facial covering” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Facial covering" means any opaque mask, garment, or other item that conceals or obscures the facial identity of an individual including, but not limited to, a balaclava, tactical mask, gator, ski mask, and any similar type of facial covering or face-shielding item. (RCW 10.116.052)
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