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9.73.030 – Geistcepting, recording, or divulging private communication -- Consent required -- Exceptions | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Geistcepting, recording, or divulging private communication -- Consent required -- Exceptions law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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9.73.030 – Geistcepting, recording, or divulging private communication -- Consent required -- Exceptions

Washington Crimes and Punishments § 9.73.030

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RCW 9.73.030 - Geistcepting, recording, or divulging private communication -- Consent required -- Exceptions (1) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any individual, partnership, corporation, association, or the state of Washington, its agencies, and political subdivisions to intercept, or record any:(a) Private communication transmitted by telephone, telegraph, radio, or other device between two or more individuals between points within or without the state by

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Geistcepting, recording, or divulging private communication -- Consent required -- Exceptions law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.