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Code · Washington · Title 7 — Special Proceedings and Actions · Chapter 7.84

RCW 7.84.020

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The definition in this section applies throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
"Infraction" means an offense which, by the terms of Title 76 , 77 , 79 , or 79A RCW or RCW 7.84.030 (2)(b) or 70A.200.060 , and rules adopted under these titles and sections, is declared not to be a criminal offense or a civil infraction and is subject to the provisions of this chapter.
[ 2024 c 231 s 5 ; 2012 c 176 s 2 ; 2003 c 39 s 3 ; 1999 c 249 s 503 ; 1993 c 244 s 3 ; 1987 c 380 s 2 .]
Notes:
Findings — 2024 c 231: See note following RCW 70A.200.060 .
Severability — 1999 c 249: See note following RCW 79A.05.010 .
Intent — 1993 c 244: See note following RCW 79A.60.010 .
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