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9A.36.031 – Assault in the third degree | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Assault in the third degree law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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9A.36.031 – Assault in the third degree

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.36.031

Summary

RCW 9A.36.031 - Assault in the third degree (1) A person is guilty of assault in the third degree if he or she, under circumstances not amounting to assault in the first or second degree:(a) With intent to prevent or resist the execution of any lawful process or mandate of any court officer or the lawful apprehension or detention of himself or another person, assaults another; or(b) Assaults a person employed as a transit operator or driver, the immediate supervisor of a transit operator or driv

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