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Code · Washington · Title 46 — Motor Vehicles · Chapter 46.61

RCW 46.61.685

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(1)It is unlawful for any person, while operating or in charge of a vehicle, to park or willfully allow such vehicle to stand upon a public highway or in a public place with its motor running, leaving a minor child or children under the age of sixteen years unattended in the vehicle.
(2)Any person violating this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this section, the department shall revoke the operator's license of such person.
[ 2003 c 53 s 246 ; 1990 c 250 s 57 ; 1961 c 151 s 2 . Formerly RCW 46.56.230 .]
Notes:
Rules of court: Bail in criminal traffic offense cases — Mandatory appearance — CrRLJ 3.2.
Intent — Effective date — 2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180 .
Leaving children unattended in parked automobile while entering tavern, etc.: RCW 9.91.060 .
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