Washington Code 9.94A.035 – Classification of felonies not in Title 9A RCW
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For a felony defined by a statute of this state that is not in Title 9A RCW, unless otherwise provided:
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 A felony | up to life | up to $50,000 |
| class B felony | up to 10 years | up to $20,000 |
| class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9.94A.035
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Statute: A law passed by a legislature.
(1) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is twenty years or more, such felony shall be treated as a class A felony for purposes of this chapter;
(2) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is eight years or more, but less than twenty years, such felony shall be treated as a class B felony for purposes of this chapter;
(3) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is less than eight years, such felony shall be treated as a class C felony for purposes of this chapter.
[ 1996 c 44 § 1.]