Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 9A, Criminal Code

RCW Title 9A § 9A.28.020: Criminal attempt

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A person commits criminal attempt by taking a substantial step toward committing a specific crime with intent to commit it. The severity of attempt charges ranges from Class A felony down to misdemeanor based on the severity of the crime attempted.

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