A person who removes or defaces lawfully placed political advertising including yard signs or billboards without authorization is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable to the same extent as a misdemeanor that is punishable under RCW 9A.20.021. The defacement or removal of each item constitutes a separate violation.
[ 2003 c 111 § 2104. Prior: 1991 c 81 § 19; 1984 c 216 § 5. Formerly RCW 29.85.275.]

NOTES:

Effective date1991 c 81: See note following RCW 29A.84.540.
Political advertising
generally: RCW 42.17A.320 through 42.17A.340.
rates for candidates: RCW 65.16.095.

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Terms Used In Washington Code 29A.84.040

  • 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