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9A.16.110 – Defending against violent crime -- Reimbursement | Washington Law

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9A.16.110 – Defending against violent crime -- Reimbursement

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.16.110

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RCW 9A.16.110 - Defending against violent crime -- Reimbursement (1) No person in the state shall be placed in legal jeopardy of any kind whatsoever for protecting by any reasonable means necessary, himself or herself, his or her family, or his or her real or personal property, or for coming to the aid of another who is in imminent danger of or the victim of assault, robbery, kidnapping, arson, burglary, rape, murder, or any other violent crime as defined in RCW 9.94A.030.(2) When a person cha

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Defending against violent crime -- Reimbursement law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.