Washington legal term
Officiating decision in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Officiating decision” 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 “Officiating decision” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Officiating decision" includes, but is not limited to, an officiating assignment, a call or ruling for a penalty, foul, violation, or replay, or any other decision by a sports official, referee, or umpire that involves the individual's judgment. (RCW 9.46.038)
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