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10.31.100 – Arrest without warrant | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Arrest without warrant law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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10.31.100 – Arrest without warrant

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.31.100

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RCW 10.31.100 - Arrest without warrant A police officer having probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is committing a felony shall have the authority to arrest the person without a warrant. A police officer may arrest a person without a warrant for committing a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor only when the offense is committed in the presence of the officer, except as provided in subsections (1) through (10) of this section.(1) Any police officer having probable cause to beli

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In simple terms: Learn about Washington's Arrest without warrant law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.