Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 9A.16 - Defenses.
9A.16.030 - Homicide—When excusable.

RCW 9A.16.030
Homicide—When excusable.

Homicide is excusable when committed by accident or misfortune in doing any lawful act by lawful means, without criminal negligence, or without any unlawful intent.

[ 1979 ex.s. c 244 § 8; 1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.16.030.]
NOTES:

Effective date—1979 ex.s. c 244: See RCW 9A.44.902.

Structure Revised Code of Washington

Revised Code of Washington

Title 9A - Washington Criminal Code

Chapter 9A.16 - Defenses.

9A.16.010 - Definitions.

9A.16.020 - Use of force—When lawful.

9A.16.025 - Use of force—When unjustified—Victim identity.

9A.16.030 - Homicide—When excusable.

9A.16.040 - Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by public officer, peace officer, person aiding—Good faith standard.

9A.16.046 - Justifiable homicide or use of deadly force by peace officer—Reimbursement of defendant for costs—Special verdict.

9A.16.050 - Homicide—By other person—When justifiable.

9A.16.060 - Duress.

9A.16.070 - Entrapment.

9A.16.080 - Action for being detained on mercantile establishment premises for investigation—"Reasonable grounds" as defense.

9A.16.090 - Intoxication.

9A.16.100 - Use of force on children—Policy—Actions presumed unreasonable.

9A.16.110 - Defending against violent crime—Reimbursement.

9A.16.120 - Outdoor music festival, campground—Detention.

9A.16.900 - Construction—Chapter applicable to state registered domestic partnerships—2009 c 521.