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Knows the property is proceeds of specified unlawful activity in Washington Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Washington legislative session

In Washington criminal law, “Knows the property is proceeds of specified unlawful activity” 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 “Knows the property is proceeds of specified unlawful activity” mean in Washington criminal law?

"Knows the property is proceeds of specified unlawful activity" means believing based upon the representation of a law enforcement officer or his or her agent, or knowing that the property is proceeds from some form, though not necessarily which form, of specified unlawful activity. (RCW 9A.83.010)

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