Washington Hate Crimes Law
Gender identity protected? No
There is no explicit mention of gender identity in the Washington hate crimes statute.
Sexual orientation protected? Yes
Washington law criminalizes "malicious harassment" and violence against individuals because of their sexual orientation. Rev. Code Wash. (ARCW) § 9A.36.080 (2002).
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Last Updated: 3/14/2007