A person who removes or defaces lawfully placed political advertising including yard signs or billboards without authorization is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable to the same extent as a misdemeanor that is punishable under RCW 9A.20.021. The defacement or removal of each item constitutes a separate violation.
[ 2003 c 111 s 2104. Prior: 1991 c 81 s 19; 1984 c 216 s 5. Formerly RCW 29.85.275.]
Notes:
Effective date—1991 c 81: See note following RCW 29A.84.540.
Political advertising
generally: RCW 29B.30.050 through 29B.30.080.
rates for candidates: RCW 65.16.095.