Washington legal term
Felony firearm offense in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Felony firearm offense” 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 “Felony firearm offense” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Felony firearm offense" means: (a) Any felony offense that is a violation of this chapter; (b) A violation of RCW 9A.36.045; (c) A violation of RCW 9A.56.300; (d) A violation of RCW 9A.56.310; (e) Any felony offense if the offender was armed with a firearm in the commission of the offense. (RCW 9.41.010)
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