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WA Rev Code § 9.94.030 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.030 - Holding person hostage—Interference with officer's duties.

RCW 9.94.030 Holding person hostage—Interference with officer's duties.Whenever any inmate of a correctional institution shall hold, or participate in holding, any person as a hostage, by force or violence, or the threat thereof, or shall prevent, or participate in preventing an officer of such institution from carrying out his or her duties, by force or violence, or the threat thereof, he or she shall be guilty of a class B felony and upon conviction shall be punished by imprisonment in a state correctional institution for not less than one year nor more than ten years.[ 2003 c 53 § 54; 1995 c 314 § 3; 1992 c 7 § 20; 1957 c 112 § 1; 1955 c 241 § 3.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.Interfering with public officer: Chapter 9A.76 RCW.Kidnapping: Chapter 9A.40 RCW.
WA Rev Code § 9.94.040 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.040 - Weapons—Possession, etc., by prisoner prohibited—Penalty.

RCW 9.94.040 Weapons—Possession, etc., by prisoner prohibited—Penalty.(1) Every person serving a sentence in any state correctional institution who, without legal authorization, while in the institution or while being conveyed to or from the institution, or while under the custody or supervision of institution officials, officers, or employees, or while on any premises subject to the control of the institution, knowingly possesses or carries upon his or her person or has under his or her control any weapon, firearm, or any instrument which, if used, could produce serious bodily injury to the person of another, is guilty of a class B felony.(2) Every person confined in a county or local correctional institution who, without legal authorization, while in the institution or while being conveyed to or from the institution, or while under the custody or supervision of institution officials, officers, or employees, or while on any premises subject to the control of the institution, knowingly possesses or has under his or her control any weapon, firearm, or any instrument that, if used, could produce serious bodily injury to the person of another, is guilty of a class C felony.(3) The sentence imposed under this section shall be in addition to any sentence being served.[ 2005 c 361 § 1; 1995 c 314 § 4; 1979 c 121 § 1; 1977 ex.s. c 43 § 1; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 38 § 18. Prior: 1955 c 241 § 4.]NOTES:Severability—1979 c 121: "If any provision of this act or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the act or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected." [ 1979 c 121 § 8.]Effective date—Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 38: See notes following RCW 9A.08.020.
WA Rev Code § 9.94.041 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.041 - Narcotic drugs, controlled substances, alcohol, marijuana, other intoxicant, cell phone, or other form of electronic telecommunications device—Possession, etc., by prisoners—Penalty.

RCW 9.94.041 Narcotic drugs, controlled substances, alcohol, marijuana, other intoxicant, cell phone, or other form of electronic telecommunications device—Possession, etc., by prisoners—Penalty.(1) Every person serving a sentence in any state correctional institution who, without legal authorization, while in the institution or while being conveyed to or from the institution, or while under the custody or supervision of institution officials, officers, or employees, or while on any premises subject to the control of the institution, knowingly possesses or carries upon his or her person or has under his or her control any narcotic drug or controlled substance, as defined in chapter 69.50 RCW, alcohol, marijuana, or other intoxicant, or a cell phone or other form of an electronic telecommunications device, is guilty of a class C felony.(2) Every person confined in a county or local correctional institution who, without legal authorization, while in the institution or while being conveyed to or from the institution, or while under the custody or supervision of institution officials, officers, or employees, or while on any premises subject to the control of the institution, knowingly possesses or has under his or her control any narcotic drug or controlled substance, as defined in chapter 69.50 RCW, alcohol, marijuana, or other intoxicant, or a cell phone or other form of an electronic telecommunications device, is guilty of a class C felony.(3) The sentence imposed under this section shall be in addition to any sentence being served.[ 2016 c 199 § 1; 1995 c 314 § 5; 1979 c 121 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94.043 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.043 - Deadly weapons—Possession on premises by person not a prisoner—Penalty.

RCW 9.94.043 Deadly weapons—Possession on premises by person not a prisoner—Penalty.A person, other than a person serving a sentence in a penal institution of this state, is guilty of possession of contraband on the premises of a state correctional institution in the first degree if, without authorization to do so, the person knowingly possesses or has under his or her control a deadly weapon on or in the buildings or adjacent grounds subject to the care, control, or supervision of a state correctional institution. Deadly weapon is used as defined in RCW 9A.04.110: PROVIDED, That such correctional buildings, grounds, or property are properly posted pursuant to RCW 9.94.047, and such person has knowingly entered thereon: PROVIDED FURTHER, That the provisions of this section do not apply to a person licensed pursuant to RCW 9.41.070 who, upon entering the correctional institution premises, proceeds directly along an access road to the administration building and promptly checks his or her firearm(s) with the appropriate authorities. The person may reclaim his or her firearm(s) upon leaving, but he or she must immediately and directly depart from the premises.Possession of contraband on the premises of a state correctional institution in the first degree is a class B felony.[ 1979 c 121 § 3.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94.045 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.045 - Narcotic drugs or controlled substances—Possession by person not a prisoner—Penalty.

RCW 9.94.045 Narcotic drugs or controlled substances—Possession by person not a prisoner—Penalty.A person, other than a person serving a sentence in a penal institution of this state, is guilty of possession of contraband on the premises of a state correctional institution in the second degree if, without authorization to do so, the person knowingly possesses or has under his or her control any narcotic drug or controlled substance, as defined in chapter 69.50 RCW, on or in the buildings, grounds, or any other real property subject to the care, control, or supervision of a state correctional institution.Possession of contraband on the premises of a state correctional institution in the second degree is a class C felony.[ 1979 c 121 § 4.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94.047 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.047 - Posting of perimeter of premises of institutions covered by RCW 9.94.040 through 9.94.049.

RCW 9.94.047 Posting of perimeter of premises of institutions covered by RCW 9.94.040 through 9.94.049.The perimeter of the premises of correctional institutions covered by RCW 9.94.040 through 9.94.049 shall be posted at reasonable intervals to alert the public as to the existence of RCW 9.94.040 through 9.94.049.[ 1979 c 121 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94.049 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.049 - "Correctional institution" and "state correctional institution" defined.

RCW 9.94.049 "Correctional institution" and "state correctional institution" defined.(1) For the purposes of this chapter, the term "correctional institution" means any place designated by law for the keeping of persons held in custody under process of law, or under lawful arrest, including state prisons, county and local jails, juvenile detention centers, and other facilities operated by the department of corrections, department of children, youth, and families, or local governmental units primarily for the purposes of punishment, correction, or rehabilitation following conviction or adjudication of a criminal offense.(2) For the purposes of RCW 9.94.043 and 9.94.045, "state correctional institution" means all state correctional facilities under the supervision of the secretary of the department of corrections used solely for the purpose of confinement of convicted felons.[ 2021 c 243 § 5; 1995 c 314 § 6; 1992 c 7 § 21; 1985 c 350 § 3; 1979 c 121 § 6.]NOTES:Findings—2021 c 243: See note following RCW 74.09.670.
WA Rev Code § 9.94.050 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.050 - Correctional employees.

RCW 9.94.050 Correctional employees.Any correctional employee, while acting in the supervision and transportation of prisoners, and in the apprehension of prisoners who have escaped, shall have the powers and duties of a peace officer.[ 1992 c 7 § 22; 1955 c 241 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94.070 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94 - Prisoners—Correctional Institutions.|9.94.070 - Persistent prison misbehavior.

RCW 9.94.070 Persistent prison misbehavior.(1) An inmate of a state correctional institution who is serving a sentence for an offense committed on or after August 1, 1995, commits the crime of persistent prison misbehavior if the inmate knowingly commits a serious infraction, that does not constitute a class A or class B felony, after losing all potential earned early release time credit.(2) "Serious infraction" means misconduct that has been designated as a serious infraction by department of corrections rules adopted under RCW 72.09.130.(3) "State correctional institution" has the same meaning as in RCW 9.94.049.(4) The crime of persistent prison misbehavior is a class C felony punishable as provided in RCW 9A.20.021. The sentence imposed for this crime must be served consecutive to any sentence being served at the time the crime is committed.[ 1995 c 385 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.010 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.010 - Purpose.

RCW 9.94A.010 Purpose.The purpose of this chapter is to make the criminal justice system accountable to the public by developing a system for the sentencing of felony offenders which structures, but does not eliminate, discretionary decisions affecting sentences, and to:(1) Ensure that the punishment for a criminal offense is proportionate to the seriousness of the offense and the offender's criminal history;(2) Promote respect for the law by providing punishment which is just;(3) Be commensurate with the punishment imposed on others committing similar offenses;(4) Protect the public;(5) Offer the offender an opportunity to improve himself or herself;(6) Make frugal use of the state's and local governments' resources; and(7) Reduce the risk of reoffending by offenders in the community.[ 2011 c 336 § 334; 1999 c 196 § 1; 1981 c 137 § 1.]NOTES:Severability—1999 c 196: "If any provision of this act or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the act or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected." [ 1999 c 196 § 20.]Construction—Short title—1999 c 196: See RCW 72.09.904 and 72.09.905.Report on Sentencing Reform Act of 1981: "The legislative budget committee shall prepare a report to be filed at the beginning of the 1987 session of the legislature. The report shall include a complete assessment of the impact of the Sentencing Reform Act of 1981. Such report shall include the effectiveness of the guidelines and impact on prison and jail populations and community correction programs." [ 1983 c 163 § 6.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.015 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.015 - Finding—Intent—2000 c 28.

RCW 9.94A.015 Finding—Intent—2000 c 28.The sentencing reform act has been amended many times since its enactment in 1981. While each amendment promoted a valid public purpose, some sections of the act have become unduly lengthy and repetitive. The legislature finds that it is appropriate to adopt clarifying amendments to make the act easier to use and understand.The legislature does not intend chapter 28, Laws of 2000 to make, and no provision of chapter 28, Laws of 2000 shall be construed as making, a substantive change in the sentencing reform act.The legislature does intend to clarify that persistent offenders are not eligible for extraordinary medical placement.[ 2000 c 28 § 1.]NOTES:Technical correction bill—2000 c 28: "If any amendments to RCW 9.94A.120, or any sections enacted or affected by chapter 28, Laws of 2000, are enacted in a 2000 legislative session that do not take cognizance of chapter 28, Laws of 2000, the code reviser shall prepare a bill for introduction in the 2001 legislative session that incorporates any such amendments into the reorganization adopted by chapter 28, Laws of 2000 and corrects any incorrect cross-references." [ 2000 c 28 § 45.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.020 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.020 - Short title.

RCW 9.94A.020 Short title.This chapter may be known and cited as the sentencing reform act of 1981.[ 1981 c 137 § 2.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.035 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.035 - Classification of felonies not in Title 9A RCW.

RCW 9.94A.035 Classification of felonies not in Title 9A RCW.For a felony defined by a statute of this state that is not in Title 9A RCW, unless otherwise provided:(1) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is twenty years or more, such felony shall be treated as a class A felony for purposes of this chapter;(2) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is eight years or more, but less than twenty years, such felony shall be treated as a class B felony for purposes of this chapter;(3) If the maximum sentence of imprisonment authorized by law upon a first conviction of such felony is less than eight years, such felony shall be treated as a class C felony for purposes of this chapter.[ 1996 c 44 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.340 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.340 - Equal application.

RCW 9.94A.340 Equal application.The sentencing guidelines and prosecuting standards apply equally to offenders in all parts of the state, without discrimination as to any element that does not relate to the crime or the previous record of the defendant.[ 1983 c 115 § 5.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.345 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.345 - Timing.

RCW 9.94A.345 Timing.Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, any sentence imposed under this chapter shall be determined in accordance with the law in effect when the current offense was committed.[ 2021 c 286 § 2; 2021 c 141 § 2; 2000 c 26 § 2.]NOTES:Effective date—2021 c 286: See note following RCW 9.94A.519.Intent—2000 c 26: "RCW 9.94A.345 is intended to cure any ambiguity that might have led to the Washington supreme court's decision in State v. Cruz, Cause No. 67147-8 (October 7, 1999). A decision as to whether a prior conviction shall be included in an individual's offender score should be determined by the law in effect on the day the current offense was committed. RCW 9.94A.345 is also intended to clarify the applicability of statutes creating new sentencing alternatives or modifying the availability of existing alternatives." [ 2000 c 26 § 1.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.401 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.401 - Introduction.

RCW 9.94A.401 Introduction.These standards are intended solely for the guidance of prosecutors in the state of Washington. They are not intended to, do not and may not be relied upon to create a right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law by a party in litigation with the state.[ 1983 c 115 § 14. Formerly RCW 9.94A.430.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.421 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.421 - Plea agreements—Discussions—Contents of agreements.

RCW 9.94A.421 Plea agreements—Discussions—Contents of agreements.The prosecutor and the attorney for the defendant, or the defendant when acting pro se, may engage in discussions with a view toward reaching an agreement that, upon the entering of a plea to a charged offense or to a lesser or related offense, the prosecutor will do any of the following:(1) Move for dismissal of other charges or counts;(2) Recommend a particular sentence within the sentence range applicable to the offense or offenses to which the offender pled guilty;(3) Recommend a particular sentence outside of the sentence range;(4) Agree to file a particular charge or count;(5) Agree not to file other charges or counts; or(6) Make any other promise to the defendant, except that in no instance may the prosecutor agree not to allege prior convictions.In a case involving a crime against persons as defined in RCW 9.94A.411, the prosecutor shall make reasonable efforts to inform the victim of the violent offense of the nature of and reasons for the plea agreement, including all offenses the prosecutor has agreed not to file, and ascertain any objections or comments the victim has to the plea agreement.The court shall not participate in any discussions under this section.[ 1995 c 288 § 1; 1981 c 137 § 8. Formerly RCW 9.94A.080.]NOTES:Effective date—1981 c 137: See RCW 9.94A.905.
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.431 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.431 - Plea agreements—Information to court—Approval or disapproval—Sentencing judge not bound.

RCW 9.94A.431 Plea agreements—Information to court—Approval or disapproval—Sentencing judge not bound.(1) If a plea agreement has been reached by the prosecutor and the defendant pursuant to RCW 9.94A.421, they shall at the time of the defendant's plea state to the court, on the record, the nature of the agreement and the reasons for the agreement. The prosecutor shall inform the court on the record whether the victim or victims of all crimes against persons, as defined in RCW 9.94A.411, covered by the plea agreement have expressed any objections to or comments on the nature of and reasons for the plea agreement. The court, at the time of the plea, shall determine if the agreement is consistent with the interests of justice and with the prosecuting standards. If the court determines it is not consistent with the interests of justice and with the prosecuting standards, the court shall, on the record, inform the defendant and the prosecutor that they are not bound by the agreement and that the defendant may withdraw the defendant's plea of guilty, if one has been made, and enter a plea of not guilty.(2) The sentencing judge is not bound by any recommendations contained in an allowed plea agreement and the defendant shall be so informed at the time of plea.[ 1995 c 288 § 2; 1984 c 209 § 4; 1981 c 137 § 9. Formerly RCW 9.94A.090.]NOTES:Effective dates—1984 c 209: See note following RCW 9.94A.030.Effective date—1981 c 137: See RCW 9.94A.905.
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.441 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.441 - Plea agreements—Criminal history.

RCW 9.94A.441 Plea agreements—Criminal history.The prosecuting attorney and the defendant shall each provide the court with their understanding of what the defendant's criminal history is prior to a plea of guilty pursuant to a plea agreement. All disputed issues as to criminal history shall be decided at the sentencing hearing.[ 1981 c 137 § 10. Formerly RCW 9.94A.100.]NOTES:Effective date—1981 c 137: See RCW 9.94A.905.
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.450 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.450 - Plea dispositions.

RCW 9.94A.450 Plea dispositions.STANDARD: (1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, a defendant will normally be expected to plead guilty to the charge or charges which adequately describe the nature of his or her criminal conduct or go to trial.(2) In certain circumstances, a plea agreement with a defendant in exchange for a plea of guilty to a charge or charges that may not fully describe the nature of his or her criminal conduct may be necessary and in the public interest. Such situations may include the following:(a) Evidentiary problems which make conviction on the original charges doubtful;(b) The defendant's willingness to cooperate in the investigation or prosecution of others whose criminal conduct is more serious or represents a greater public threat;(c) A request by the victim when it is not the result of pressure from the defendant;(d) The discovery of facts which mitigate the seriousness of the defendant's conduct;(e) The correction of errors in the initial charging decision;(f) The defendant's history with respect to criminal activity;(g) The nature and seriousness of the offense or offenses charged;(h) The probable effect on witnesses.[ 1983 c 115 § 16.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.460 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.460 - Sentence recommendations.

RCW 9.94A.460 Sentence recommendations.STANDARD:The prosecutor may reach an agreement regarding sentence recommendations.The prosecutor shall not agree to withhold relevant information from the court concerning the plea agreement.[ 1983 c 115 § 17.]
WA Rev Code § 9.94A.470 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 9 - Crimes and Punishments|Chapter 9.94A - Sentencing Reform Act of 1981.|9.94A.470 - Armed offenders.

RCW 9.94A.470 Armed offenders.Notwithstanding the current placement or listing of crimes in categories or classifications of prosecuting standards for deciding to prosecute under RCW 9.94A.411(2), any and all felony crimes involving any deadly weapon special verdict under *RCW 9.94A.602, any deadly weapon enhancements under RCW 9.94A.533 (3) or (4), or both, and any and all felony crimes as defined in RCW 9.94A.533 (3)(f) or (4)(f), or both, which are excluded from the deadly weapon enhancements shall all be treated as crimes against a person and subject to the prosecuting standards for deciding to prosecute under RCW 9.94A.411(2) as crimes against persons.[ 2002 c 290 § 14; 1995 c 129 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 159).]NOTES:*Reviser's note: RCW 9.94A.602 was recodified as RCW 9.94A.825 pursuant to 2009 c 28 § 41.Effective date—2002 c 290 §§ 7-11 and 14-23: See note following RCW 9.94A.515.Intent—2002 c 290: See note following RCW 9.94A.517.Findings and intent—Short title—Severability—Captions not law—1995 c 129: See notes following RCW 9.94A.510.