State v. Hirschfelder

¶1 Matthew Hirschfelder appeals the trial court’s denial of his motion under State v. Knapstad, 107 Wn.2d 346, 729 P.2d 48 (1986) to dismiss the charge of first degree sexual misconduct with a minor, contrary to RCW 9A.44.093(1)(b). He contends that the trial court erred because the facts as alleged do not constitute a crime under RCW 9A.44.093(1)(b); alternatively, he argues that if the statute criminalizes sexual contact with an 18-year-old student, it (1) is unconstitutionally vague and/or ambigú*332ous and (2) violates his right to equal protection under the constitution.1 We hold that the…