Washington legal term
Home-based instruction in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Home-based instruction” 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 “Home-based instruction” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Home-based instruction" has the same meaning as defined in RCW 28A.225.010; and (B) "teacher, counselor, volunteer, or other person in authority" does not include the parent or legal guardian of the victim. (RCW 9.94A.030)
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