Washington Code 9A.60.040 – Criminal impersonation in the first degree
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(1) A person is guilty of criminal impersonation in the first degree if the person:
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9A.60.040
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(a) Assumes a false identity and does an act in his or her assumed character with intent to defraud another or for any other unlawful purpose; or
(b) Pretends to be a representative of some person or organization or a public servant and does an act in his or her pretended capacity with intent to defraud another or for any other unlawful purpose.
(2) Criminal impersonation in the first degree is a class C felony.
NOTES:
Effective date—2004 c 11: “This act takes effect July 1, 2004.” [ 2004 c 11 § 3.]
Intent—Effective date—2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.