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9.69.100 – Duty of witness of offense against child or any violent offense -- Penalty | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Duty of witness of offense against child or any violent offense -- Penalty law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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9.69.100 – Duty of witness of offense against child or any violent offense -- Penalty

Washington Crimes and Punishments § 9.69.100

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RCW 9.69.100 - Duty of witness of offense against child or any violent offense -- Penalty (1) A person who witnesses the actual commission of:(a) A violent offense as defined in RCW 9.94A.030 or preparations for the commission of such an offense;(b) A sexual offense against a child or an attempt to commit such a sexual offense; or(c) An assault of a child that appears reasonably likely to cause substantial bodily harm to the child,shall as soon as reasonably possible notify the prosecuting att

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Duty of witness of offense against child or any violent offense -- Penalty law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.