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9.31.090 – Escaped prisoner recaptured | Washington Law

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9.31.090 – Escaped prisoner recaptured

Washington Crimes and Punishments § 9.31.090

Summary

RCW 9.31.090 - Escaped prisoner recaptured Every person in custody, under sentence of imprisonment for any crime, who shall escape from custody, may be recaptured and imprisoned for a term equal to the unexpired portion of the original term.

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