Washington Code 9A.61.050 – Defrauding a public utility in the third degree
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(1) A person is guilty of defrauding a public utility in the third degree if:
Attorney's Note
Under the Washington Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| gross misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In Washington Code 9A.61.050
- 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
(a) The utility service diverted or used is five hundred dollars or less in value; or
(b) A connection or reconnection has occurred without authorization or consent of the utility.
(2) Defrauding a public utility in the third degree is a gross misdemeanor.
[ 1989 c 109 § 5.]