Washington criminal code — chapter
Chapter 9A.16: Defenses
Chapter 9A.16 of Title 9A: Washington Criminal Code, Revised Code of Washington. Statutory text on each section page is current through the legislative session it names.
Sections of Chapter 9A.16
- RCW 9A.16.010 — Definitions
- RCW 9A.16.020 — Use of force—When lawful
- RCW 9A.16.025 — Use of force—When unjustified—Victim identity
- RCW 9A.16.030 — Homicide—When excusable
- RCW 9A.16.040 — Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by public officer, peace officer, person aiding—Good faith standard
- RCW 9A.16.046 — Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by peace officer—Reimbursement of defendant for costs—Special verdict
- RCW 9A.16.050 — Homicide—By other person—When justifiable
- RCW 9A.16.060 — Duress
- RCW 9A.16.070 — Entrapment
- RCW 9A.16.080 — Action for being detained on mercantile establishment premises for investigation—"Reasonable grounds" as defense
- RCW 9A.16.090 — Intoxication
- RCW 9A.16.100 — Use of force on children—Policy—Actions presumed unreasonable
- RCW 9A.16.110 — Defending against violent crime—Reimbursement
- RCW 9A.16.120 — Outdoor music festival, campground—Detention
- RCW 9A.16.900 — Construction—Chapter applicable to state registered domestic partnerships—2009 c 521
This reference is informational and is not legal advice.