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Washington Revised Code Title 9A. Washington Criminal Code § 9A.80.010. Official misconduct

Current as of April 06, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

(1) A public servant is guilty of official misconduct if, with intent to obtain a benefit or to deprive another person of a lawful right or privilege:

(a) He or she intentionally commits an unauthorized act under color of law; or

(b) He or she intentionally refrains from performing a duty imposed upon him or her by law.

(2) Official misconduct is a gross misdemeanor.

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