Washington § 33.36.030 - Preference in case of insolvency.

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§ 33.36.030. Preference in case of insolvency.

Every transfer of its property and assets by any association in this state, made in contemplation of insolvency, or after it becomes insolvent, with a view to the preference of one creditor or member over another, or to prevent the proper distribution of its property and assets among its creditors and members, shall be void.
Every director, officer, agent, or employee making such transfer or assisting therein is guilty of a class C felony as provided in chapter 9A.20 RCW.
[ 1982 c 3 s 62; 1945 c 235 s 89; Rem. Supp. 1945 s 3717-208.]

Notes

Severability—1982 c 3: See note following RCW 33.04.002.

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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