State v. Erickson

¶1 Anthony Erickson seeks reversal of his conviction for misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance. Erickson argues that he was arrested on a bench warrant that was invalid for lack of probable cause, and that he was convicted based on evidence discovered incident to an illegal arrest. We affirm.

Leach, J.

¶2 On November 16, 2006, a Lynnwood police officer made contact with Erickson. Erickson willingly volunteered his name when asked. After terminating contact, the officer entered Erickson’s name into a warrant database and discovered a bench warrant issued by Lynnwood Municipal Court.…