Washington § 46.70.170 - Penalty for violations.

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§ 46.70.170. Penalty for violations.

(1) It is a misdemeanor for any person to violate any of the provisions of this chapter, except where expressly provided otherwise, and the rules adopted as provided under this chapter.
(2) A penalty of $10,000 must be assessed for each retail sale or lease transaction consummated in this state after June 11, 2026, by a manufacturer that is prohibited by law from acting in the capacity of a motor vehicle dealer and is ineligible for exemption under RCW 46.96.185(1)(g). The department and the office of the attorney general must enforce this subsection consistent with RCW 46.70.102, 46.70.111, and 46.70.220.
[ 2026 c 186 s 6; 1986 c 241 s 17; 1965 c 68 s 5.]

Notes

Rules of court: Bail in criminal traffic offense cases—Mandatory appearance—CrRLJ 3.2.

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