Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 10, Criminal Procedure
RCW Title 10 § 10.99.010: Purpose—Intent
What this law says, in plain English
This statute establishes legislative intent and purpose regarding domestic violence response, stating that existing criminal laws are adequate and that law enforcement must enforce them consistently regardless of the relationship between parties involved.
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