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

RCW Title 9A § 9A.68.030: Receiving or granting unlawful compensation

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

A public servant requesting or accepting compensation for advice on matters within their official discretion, or anyone paying such compensation, commits a class C felony.

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