Washington Code 19.300.020 – Identity theft or fraud — Penalty
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A person that intentionally scans another person’s identification device remotely, without that person’s prior knowledge and prior consent, for the purpose of fraud, identity theft, or for any other illegal purpose, shall be guilty of a class C felony.
[ 2008 c 138 § 3.]
NOTES:
Findings—Conflict with federal requirements—2008 c 138: See notes following RCW 19.300.010.
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:Class | Prison | Fine |
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class C felony | up to 5 years | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 19.300.020
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
- person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080