Washington statute
RCW 9A.76.140 — Introducing contraband in the first degree
Current through 2026 Regular Session
Part of Chapter 9A.76: Obstructing Governmental Operation, Revised Code of Washington.
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Full text of RCW 9A.76.140
Statutory text current through the 2026 Regular Session. This publication reproduces the official text of the Revised Code of Washington from the Code Reviser's published files; it is not the official statutes of the State of Washington.
(1) A person is guilty of introducing contraband in the first degree if he or she knowingly provides any deadly weapon to any person confined in a detention facility or secure facility under chapter 71.09 RCW.
(2) Introducing contraband in the first degree is a class B felony.
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Is introducing contraband in the first degree a felony or a misdemeanor in Washington?
Introducing contraband in the first degree is a Class B Felony in Washington under RCW 9A.76.140.
Which Washington statute covers introducing contraband in the first degree?
Introducing contraband in the first degree is governed by RCW 9A.76.140 (Introducing contraband in the first degree).
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