eService Center & Washington Courts FAQs

What does the abbreviation VUCSA mean in a drug-related crime, and what are the penalties for a person found guilty of such a crime?

VUCSA stands for "Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act."

Washington laws, rules, and sentencing guidelines are located on the Washington State Legislature Web site.

Links to key VUCSA related statutes are found in the following sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW):

• Chapter 69.50 RCW Uniform controlled substances act.
• RCW 9.94A.535 Departures from the Guidelines.

Please note that the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) staff cannot provide legal advice.  For links to legal resources, see:
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