2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 69.50.4013: Possession of controlled substance — Penalty.

    (1) It is unlawful for any person to possess a controlled substance unless the substance was obtained directly from, or pursuant to, a valid prescription or order of a practitioner while acting in the course of his or her professional practice, or except as otherwise authorized by this chapter.

         (2) Except as provided in RCW 69.50.4014, any person who violates this section is guilty of a class C felony punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.

    [2003 c 53 § 334.]

Notes:
         Intent -- Effective date -- 2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.

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