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9A.36.070 – Coercion | Washington Law

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9A.36.070 – Coercion

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.36.070

Summary

RCW 9A.36.070 - Coercion (1) A person is guilty of coercion if by use of a threat he compels or induces a person to engage in conduct which the latter has a legal right to abstain from, or to abstain from conduct which he has a legal right to engage in.(2) "Threat" as used in this section means:(a) To communicate, directly or indirectly, the intent immediately to use force against any person who is present at the time; or(b) Threats as defined in *RCW 9A.04.110(25) (a), (b), or (c).(3) Coercio

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