Washington Code 70A.300.110 – Violations — Gross misdemeanor
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In addition to the penalties imposed pursuant to RCW 70A.300.090, any person who violates any provisions of this chapter, or of the rules implementing this chapter, and any person who knowingly aids or abets another in conducting any violation of any provisions of this chapter, or of the rules implementing this chapter, shall be guilty of a gross misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars nor more than ten thousand dollars, and/or by imprisonment in the county jail for up to three hundred sixty-four days, for each separate violation. Each and every such violation shall be a separate and distinct offense. In case of continuing violation, every day’s continuance shall be a separate and distinct offense.
[ 2020 c 20 § 1282; 2011 c 96 § 51; 1984 c 237 § 1; 1983 c 172 § 3; 1975-’76 2nd ex.s. c 101 § 9. Formerly RCW 70.105.090.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—2011 c 96: See note following RCW 9A.20.021.
Severability—1983 c 172: See note following RCW 70A.300.130.
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| gross misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 70A.300.110
- Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Person: means any person, firm, association, county, public or municipal or private corporation, agency, or other entity whatsoever. See Washington Code 70A.300.010