Washington legal term
Violent offense in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Violent offense” 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 “Violent offense” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Violent offense" means a violent offense as defined in RCW 9.94A.030; (41) "Youth court" means a diversion unit under the supervision of the juvenile court. (RCW 13.40.020)
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