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9.44.080 – Misconduct in signing a petition | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Misconduct in signing a petition law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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9.44.080 – Misconduct in signing a petition

Washington Crimes and Punishments § 9.44.080

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RCW 9.44.080 - Misconduct in signing a petition In a situation not covered by *RCW 29.79.440, 29.79.490, 29.82.170, or 29.82.220, every person who shall willfully sign the name of another person or of a fictitious person, or for any consideration, gratuity or reward shall sign his own name to or withdraw his name from any referendum or other petition circulated in pursuance of any law of this state or any municipal ordinance; or in signing his name to such petition shall willfully subscribe

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Misconduct in signing a petition law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.