Washington legal term
Undercover operation in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Undercover operation” 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 “Undercover operation” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Undercover operation" means a planned act authorized by supervising agents, agencies, or a court warrant that uses an undercover operative to intentionally interact with a suspected criminal violator or others, or to obtain evidence of criminal activity. (RCW 10.116.052)
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