Telephone Harassment Under Washington Law
It is a criminal offense under Washington law for you to harass another person over the telephone. The crime is a gross misdemeanor that can result [...]
Motor Vehicle Theft Tool Charges in Washington
Washington law makes it a crime for you to make or possess motor vehicle theft tools, like slim jims or lock pullers. The crime can lead [...]
What is Voyeurism Under Washington Law?
Voyeurism is the crime where you essentially spy on another person for sexual purposes and do so when the other person believes he or she has [...]
Disorderly Conduct Under Washington Law
Washington’s criminal laws say that you are guilty of disorderly conduct if you intentionally engage in disruptive behavior in some situations. Disorderly conduct is a misdemeanor [...]
Washington Hate Crimes
Washington law makes it a crime if you perform certain criminal acts against someone because of that person’s attributes or make-up (for example, the person’s race [...]
Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
Under Washington law, you are guilty of a crime if you possess a stolen vehicle. The offense is a serious felony (as opposed to a misdemeanor) [...]
Federal Law on Felon in Possession of a Firearm
U.S. federal criminal laws make it a crime for a felon to possess a firearm. A violation of these laws is a felony offense punishable by [...]
Graffiti Charges Under Washington Law
In general, you commit the crime of graffiti if you tag graffiti on public or private property without the owner’s consent. The offense is a gross [...]
Computer Trespass Under Washington Law
Washingtonians commit the crime of computer trespass if they gain access to another person’s computer system and do so with the intent to commit another crime. [...]
Washington Law on Possessing a Stolen Firearm
People in Washington commit the crime of possessing a stolen firearm when they have a stolen firearm on their person or in their control. The offense [...]