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9.41.040 – Unlawful possession of firearms -- Ownership, possession by certain persons--Penalties | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Unlawful possession of firearms -- Ownership, possession by certain persons--Penalties law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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9.41.040 – Unlawful possession of firearms -- Ownership, possession by certain persons--Penalties

Washington Crimes and Punishments § 9.41.040

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RCW 9.41.040 - Unlawful possession of firearms -- Ownership, possession by certain persons--Penalties (1)(a) A person, whether an adult or juvenile, is guilty of the crime of unlawful possession of a firearm in the first degree, if the person owns, has in his or her possession, or has in his or her control any firearm after having previously been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity in this state or elsewhere of any serious offense as defined in this chapter.(b) Unlawful possessio

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Unlawful possession of firearms -- Ownership, possession by certain persons--Penalties law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.