City of Seattle v. Barrett

— The City of Seattle seeks review from the Superior Court's reversal of Currie Barrett's conviction for property destruction in violation of Seattle Municipal Code 12A.08.020, claiming that the Superior Court erred by holding that a municipal ordinance may not contain a different mental element than a similar state law. We reverse.

On October 6, 1987, Currie Barrett entered Gracie's Restaurant and ordered a glass of wine. He was refused service because he was unable to produce proper identification. Barrett then became obnoxious and was asked to leave. He refused to leave and was physically…