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Public housing project in Washington Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Washington legislative session

In Washington criminal law, “Public housing project” 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 “Public housing project” mean in Washington criminal law?

"Public housing project" means the same as "housing project" as defined in RCW 35.82.020. (RCW 69.50.435)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.