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9A.40.100 – Trafficking | Washington Law

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9A.40.100 – Trafficking

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.40.100

Summary

RCW 9A.40.100 - Trafficking (1)(a) A person is guilty of trafficking in the first degree when:(i) Such person:(A) Recruits, harbors, transports, provides, or obtains by any means another person knowing that force, fraud, or coercion as defined in RCW 9A.36.070 will be used to cause the person to engage in forced labor or involuntary servitude; or(B) Benefits financially or by receiving anything of value from participation in a venture that has engaged in acts set forth in (a)(i)(A) of this sub

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