Washington § 70.77.450 - Examination, inspection of books and premises.

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§ 70.77.450. Examination, inspection of books and premises.

The chief of the Washington state patrol, through the director of fire protection, may make an examination of the books and records of any licensee, or other person relative to fireworks, and may visit and inspect the premises of any licensee he or she may deem at any time necessary for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of this chapter. The licensee, owner, lessee, manager, or operator of any such building or premises shall permit the chief of the Washington state patrol, through the director of fire protection, his or her deputies or salaried assistants, the local fire official, and their authorized representatives to enter and inspect the premises at the time and for the purpose stated in this section.
[ 2012 c 117 s 395; 1997 c 182 s 22; 1994 c 133 s 13; 1986 c 266 s 113; 1961 c 228 s 67.]

Notes

Severability—Effective date—1997 c 182: See notes following RCW 70.77.160.
Severability—Effective date—1994 c 133: See notes following RCW 70.77.146.
Severability—1986 c 266: See note following RCW 38.52.005.

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