Washington Code 77.15.050 – “Conviction” defined
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(1) Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, as used in this chapter, “conviction” means a final conviction in a state or municipal court.
Terms Used In Washington Code 77.15.050
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- conviction: means a final conviction in a state or municipal court. See Washington Code 77.15.050
- Plea: In a criminal case, the defendant's statement pleading "guilty" or "not guilty" in answer to the charges, a declaration made in open court.
(2) A plea of guilty or a finding of guilt for a violation of this title or department rule constitutes a conviction regardless of whether the imposition of sentence is deferred or the penalty is suspended.