Washington legal term
School in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “School” 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 “School” mean in Washington criminal law?
"School" means a public or private school regulated under Title 28A RCW or chapter 72.40 RCW. (RCW 9A.44.128)
Statutes defining or using this term
Charges using this term
- Court-ordered requirements upon person charged with crime
- Criminal gang intimidation
- Enforcement and penalties
- Enforcement and penalties
- Penalties
- Possessing dangerous weapons on school facilities
- Sexual misconduct with a minor in the first degree
- Sexual misconduct with a minor in the second degree
- Negligent driving
Related terms in the same statutes
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