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2005 Washington Revised Code RCW 9A.80.010: Official misconduct.

    (1) A public servant is guilty of official misconduct if, with intent to obtain a benefit or to deprive another person of a lawful right or privilege:

         (a) He intentionally commits an unauthorized act under color of law; or

         (b) He intentionally refrains from performing a duty imposed upon him by law.

         (2) Official misconduct is a gross misdemeanor.

    [1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 38 § 17; 1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.80.010.]

Notes:
         Effective date -- Severability -- 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 38: See notes following RCW 9A.08.020.

    Failure of duty by public officers: RCW 42.20.100.

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