Washington legal term
In the community in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “In the community” 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 “In the community” mean in Washington criminal law?
"In the community" means residing outside of confinement or incarceration for a disqualifying offense. (RCW 9A.44.128)
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