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9A.44.135 – Address verification | Washington Law

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9A.44.135 – Address verification

Washington Criminal Code § 9A.44.135

Summary

RCW 9A.44.135 - Address verification (1) When an offender registers with the county sheriff pursuant to RCW 9A.44.130, the county sheriff shall notify the police chief or town marshal of the jurisdiction in which the offender has registered to live. If the offender registers to live in an unincorporated area of the county, the sheriff shall make reasonable attempts to verify that the offender is residing at the registered address. If the offender registers to live in an incorporated city or tow

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