Washington HB2165 criminalizes false identification as a peace officer by possessing or displaying insignia of law enforcement agencies.

Washington HB2165 adds a new section to the state's Revised Code of Washington, making it illegal to falsely identify oneself as a peace officer or reserve law enforcement officer. This includes making, providing, or possessing items bearing insignia of law enforcement agencies that falsely identify someone as a commissioned officer. The offense is a gross misdemeanor. Exemptions exist for depictions of law enforcement for cultural, historical, political, religious, educational, newsworthy, or public interest purposes, as well as for works of art, commentary, satire, and parody.

Washington HB2165 criminalizes false identification as a peace officer by possessing or displaying insignia of law enforcement agencies.

Washington HB2165 adds a new section to the state's Revised Code of Washington, making it illegal to falsely identify oneself as a peace officer or reserve law enforcement officer. This includes making, providing, or possessing items bearing insignia of law enforcement agencies that falsely identify someone as a commissioned officer. The offense is a gross misdemeanor. Exemptions exist for depictions of law enforcement for cultural, historical, political, religious, educational, newsworthy, or public interest purposes, as well as for works of art, commentary, satire, and parody.