Washington § 16.52.305 Unlawful use of hook—Gross misdemeanor.

Washington Statutes

§ 16.52.305 — Unlawful use of hook—Gross misdemeanor.

Washington § 16.52.305

Title 16ANIMALS AND LIVESTOCK

Ch. 16.52PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS

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Wash. Rev. Code § 16.52.305 (2026).

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(1)A person is guilty of the unlawful use of a hook if the person utilizes, or attempts to use, a hook with the intent to pierce the flesh or mouth of a bird or mammal.

(2)Unlawful use of a hook is a gross misdemeanor. Effective date — 2004 c 220: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect immediately [March 29, 2004]." [ 2004 c 220 s 2 .]

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(1) A person is guilty of the unlawful use of a hook if the person utilizes, or attempts to use, a hook with the intent to pierce the flesh or mouth of a bird or mammal.

(2) Unlawful use of a hook is a gross misdemeanor.

Effective date — 2004 c 220: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect immediately [March 29, 2004]." [ 2004 c 220 s 2 .]