Washington Code 9.08.076 – Transferring stolen pet animal to a research institution by a U.S.D.A. licensed dealer — Penalty
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(1) It is unlawful for a U.S.D.A. licensed dealer to receive with intent to sell, or sell or transfer directly or through a third party, to a research institution in the state of Washington, a pet animal that the dealer knows or has reason to know has been stolen or fraudulently obtained.
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:Class | Prison | Fine |
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class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9.08.076
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
(2) A conviction under this section is a class C felony punishable according to chapter 9A.20 RCW and by a mandatory fine of not less than one thousand dollars per pet animal.
[ 2003 c 53 § 12.]
NOTES:
Intent—Effective date—2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.