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Chapter 9A.16 RCW

DEFENSES

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RCW dispositions

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HTMLPDF 9A.16.010Definitions.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.020Use of force—When lawful.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.025Use of force—When unjustified—Victim identity.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.030Homicide—When excusable.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.040Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by public officer, peace officer, person aiding—Good faith standard.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.046Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by peace officer—Reimbursement of defendant for costs—Special verdict.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.050Homicide—By other person—When justifiable.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.060Duress.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.070Entrapment.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.080Action for being detained on mercantile establishment premises for investigation—"Reasonable grounds" as defense.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.090Intoxication.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.100Use of force on children—Policy—Actions presumed unreasonable.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.110Defending against violent crime—Reimbursement.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.120Outdoor music festival, campground—Detention.
HTMLPDF 9A.16.900Construction—Chapter applicable to state registered domestic partnerships—2009 c 521.