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WA Rev Code § 46.10.430 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.430 - Decals—Registration certificates—License tabs.

RCW 46.10.430 Decals—Registration certificates—License tabs.(1) Snowmobile decals assigned to a snowmobile in this state at the time of its original registration must remain with that snowmobile until the snowmobile is destroyed, abandoned, or permanently removed from this state, or until changed or terminated by the department.(2) The department shall issue and deliver to the snowmobile owner upon proper application:(a) A registration certificate, in a form as prescribed by the department. The registration certificate is not valid unless it is signed by the person who signed the application for registration; and(b) License tabs showing the current expiration of the snowmobile registration. The license tabs must be affixed to the snowmobile as prescribed by the department.(3) A snowmobile is not properly registered unless license tabs and a current registration certificate have been issued.[ 2010 c 161 § 233; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 6. Formerly RCW 46.10.060.]NOTES:Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.440 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.440 - Decals—Affixing and displaying dealer license plates.

RCW 46.10.440 Decals—Affixing and displaying dealer license plates.(1) Snowmobile decals assigned to each snowmobile must be:(a) Permanently affixed to and displayed upon each snowmobile as provided by rules adopted by the department; and(b) Maintained in a legible condition.(2) Dealer license plates as provided for in RCW 46.10.420 may be temporarily affixed.(3) The department shall make available a pair of identical snowmobile decals consistent with subsection (1) of this section. The decals serve the same function as license plates for vehicles registered under chapter 46.16A RCW. The department shall charge each applicant for an original registration the actual cost of the snowmobile decal. The department shall make available replacement snowmobile decals for a fee equivalent to the actual cost of the snowmobile decals.[ 2011 c 171 § 30; 2010 c 161 § 234; 1973 1st ex.s. c 128 § 2; 1972 ex.s. c 153 § 21; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 7. Formerly RCW 46.10.070.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW 4.24.210.Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.Purpose—1972 ex.s. c 153: See RCW 79A.35.070.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.450 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.450 - Nonresident permits.

RCW 46.10.450 Nonresident permits.(1) The application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit must be made by the snowmobile owner or the owner's authorized representative to the department, county auditor or other agent, or subagent appointed by the director on a form furnished or approved by the department. The application must contain:(a) The name and address of each owner of the snowmobile; and(b) Other information the department may require.(2) The snowmobile owner or the owner's authorized representative shall sign the application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit.(3) The application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit must be accompanied by the nonresident temporary snowmobile permit fee required under RCW 46.17.400, in addition to any other fees or taxes due at the time of application.(4) Nonresident temporary snowmobile permits:(a) Are available for snowmobiles owned by residents of another state or Canadian province where registration is not required by law;(b) Are valid for not more than sixty days; and(c) Must be carried on the snowmobile at all times during its operation in this state.[ 2010 c 161 § 229.]NOTES:Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.460 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.460 - Crossing public roadways and highways lawful, when.

RCW 46.10.460 Crossing public roadways and highways lawful, when.It shall be lawful to drive or operate a snowmobile across public roadways and highways other than limited access highways when:The crossing is made at an angle of approximately ninety degrees to the direction of the highway and at a place where no obstruction prevents a quick and safe crossing; andThe snowmobile is brought to a complete stop before entering the public roadway or highway; andThe operator of the snowmobile yields the right-of-way to motor vehicles using the public roadway or highway; andThe crossing is made at a place which is greater than one hundred feet from any public roadway or highway intersection.[ 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 10. Formerly RCW 46.10.100.]
WA Rev Code § 46.10.470 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.470 - Operating upon public road or highway lawful, when.

RCW 46.10.470 Operating upon public road or highway lawful, when.Notwithstanding the provisions of RCW 46.10.460, it shall be lawful to operate a snowmobile upon a public roadway or highway:Where such roadway or highway is completely covered with snow or ice and has been closed by the responsible governing body to motor vehicle traffic during the winter months; orWhen the responsible governing body gives notice that such roadway or highway is open to snowmobiles or all-terrain vehicle use; orIn an emergency during the period of time when and at locations where snow upon the roadway or highway renders such impassible to travel by automobile; orWhen traveling along a designated snowmobile trail.[ 2011 c 171 § 31; 1972 ex.s. c 153 § 23; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 11. Formerly RCW 46.10.110.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW 4.24.210.Purpose—1972 ex.s. c 153: See RCW 79A.35.070.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.480 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.480 - Restrictions on age of operators—Qualifications.

RCW 46.10.480 Restrictions on age of operators—Qualifications.No person under twelve years of age shall operate a snowmobile on or across a public roadway or highway in this state, and no person between the ages of twelve and sixteen years of age shall operate a snowmobile on or across a public road or highway in this state unless he or she has taken a snowmobile safety education course and been certified as qualified to operate a snowmobile by an instructor designated by the commission as qualified to conduct such a course and issue such a certificate, and he or she has on his or her person at the time he or she is operating a snowmobile evidence of such certification: PROVIDED, That persons under sixteen years of age who have not been certified as qualified snowmobile operators may operate a snowmobile under the direct supervision of a qualified snowmobile operator.[ 2010 c 8 § 9003; 1972 ex.s. c 153 § 24; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 12. Formerly RCW 46.10.120.]NOTES:Purpose—1972 ex.s. c 153: See RCW 79A.35.070.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.485 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.485 - Denial, suspension, or revocation of dealer license or assessment of monetary civil penalty.

RCW 46.10.485 Denial, suspension, or revocation of dealer license or assessment of monetary civil penalty.The director may by order deny, suspend, or revoke the license of any snowmobile dealer or, in lieu thereof or in addition thereto, may by order assess monetary civil penalties not to exceed five hundred dollars per violation, if the director finds that the order is in the public interest and that the applicant or licensee, or any partner, officer, director, or owner of ten percent of the assets of the firm, or any employee or agent:(1) Has failed to comply with the applicable provisions of this chapter or any rules adopted under this chapter; or(2) Has failed to pay any monetary civil penalty assessed by the director under this section within ten days after the assessment becomes final.[ 2010 c 161 § 232; 1982 c 17 § 4. Formerly RCW 46.10.055.]NOTES:Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.495 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.495 - Additional violations—Penalty.

RCW 46.10.495 Additional violations—Penalty.(1) No person shall operate a snowmobile in such a way as to endanger human life.(2) No person shall operate a snowmobile in such a way as to run down or harass deer, elk, or any wildlife, or any domestic animal, nor shall any person carry any loaded weapon upon, nor hunt from, any snowmobile except by permit issued by the director of fish and wildlife under RCW 77.32.237.(3) Any person violating this section is guilty of a gross misdemeanor.[ 2003 c 53 § 234; 1994 c 264 § 37; 1989 c 297 § 4; 1979 ex.s. c 182 § 11; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 13. Formerly RCW 46.10.130.]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.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.500 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.500 - Violations as traffic infractions—Exceptions—Civil liability.

RCW 46.10.500 Violations as traffic infractions—Exceptions—Civil liability.(1) Except as provided in RCW 46.10.490(2), 46.10.485, and 46.10.495, any violation of the provisions of this chapter is a traffic infraction: PROVIDED, That the penalty for failing to display a valid registration decal under RCW 46.10.490 as now or hereafter amended shall be a fine of forty dollars and such fine shall be remitted to the general fund of the governmental unit, which personnel issued the citation, for expenditure solely for snowmobile law enforcement.(2) In addition to the penalties provided in RCW 46.10.490 and subsection (1) of this section, the operator and/or the owner of any snowmobile used with the permission of the owner shall be liable for three times the amount of any damage to trees, shrubs, growing crops, or other property injured as the result of travel by such snowmobile over the property involved.[ 2011 c 171 § 33; 1982 c 17 § 8; 1980 c 148 § 2. Prior: 1979 ex.s. c 182 § 14; 1979 ex.s. c 136 § 44; 1975 1st ex.s. c 181 § 6; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 19. Formerly RCW 46.10.190.]NOTES:Rules of court: Monetary penalty schedule—IRLJ 6.2.Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW 4.24.210.Effective date—1980 c 148: See note following RCW 46.10.490.Effective date—Severability—1979 ex.s. c 136: See notes following RCW 46.63.010.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.505 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.505 - Failure to register a snowmobile—Penalty, circumstances when.

RCW 46.10.505 Failure to register a snowmobile—Penalty, circumstances when. (Effective until October 1, 2021.)(1) It is a gross misdemeanor, punishable as provided under chapter 9A.20 RCW, for a resident, as identified in RCW 46.16A.140, to knowingly fail to register a snowmobile within fifteen days of receiving or refusing a notice issued by the department under RCW 46.93.210.(2) Excise taxes owed and fines assessed must be deposited in the manner provided under RCW 46.16A.030(6).[ 2017 c 218 § 3.]NOTES:Finding—Intent—Effective date—2017 c 218: See notes following RCW 46.09.495.RCW 46.10.505Failure to register a snowmobile—Penalty, circumstances when. (Effective October 1, 2021.)(1) It is a gross misdemeanor, punishable as provided under chapter 9A.20 RCW, for a resident, as identified in RCW 46.16A.140, to:(a) Knowingly fail to register a snowmobile within fifteen days of receiving or refusing a notice issued by the department under RCW 46.93.210; or(b) Register a snowmobile in another state to avoid retail sales and use taxes under chapters 82.08 and 82.12 RCW.(2) For a second or subsequent offense, the person convicted is also subject to a fine equal to four times the amount of avoided taxes and fees, which may not be suspended, except as provided in RCW 10.05.180.(3) Excise taxes owed and fines assessed must be deposited in the manner provided under RCW 46.16A.030(6).[ 2021 c 216 § 7; 2017 c 218 § 3.]NOTES:Effective date—2021 c 216: See note following RCW 46.09.420.Finding—Intent—Effective date—2017 c 218: See notes following RCW 46.09.495.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.510 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.510 - Refund of snowmobile fuel tax to snowmobile account.

RCW 46.10.510 Refund of snowmobile fuel tax to snowmobile account.From time to time, but at least once each biennium, the director shall request the state treasurer to refund from the motor vehicle fund amounts which have been determined to be a tax on snowmobile fuel, and the treasurer shall refund such amounts determined under RCW 46.10.530, and place them in the snowmobile account in the general fund.[ 2011 c 171 § 34; 1994 c 262 § 3; 1979 ex.s. c 182 § 12; 1975 1st ex.s. c 181 § 3; 1973 1st ex.s. c 128 § 4; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 15. Formerly RCW 46.10.150.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW 4.24.210.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.520 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.520 - Snowmobile fuel excise tax nonrefundable.

RCW 46.10.520 Snowmobile fuel excise tax nonrefundable.Motor vehicle fuel used and purchased for providing the motive power for snowmobiles shall be considered a nonhighway use of fuel, but persons so purchasing and using motor vehicle fuel shall not be entitled to a refund of the motor vehicle fuel excise tax paid in accordance with the provisions of *RCW 82.36.280 as it now exists or is hereafter amended.[ 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 16. Formerly RCW 46.10.160.]NOTES:*Reviser's note: Chapter 82.36 RCW was repealed in its entirety by 2013 c 225 § 501, effective July 1, 2016.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.530 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.530 - Amount of snowmobile fuel tax paid as motor vehicle fuel tax.

RCW 46.10.530 Amount of snowmobile fuel tax paid as motor vehicle fuel tax.From time to time, but at least once each four years, the department shall determine the amount of moneys paid to it as motor vehicle fuel tax that is tax on snowmobile fuel. Such determination shall use one hundred thirty-five gallons as the average yearly fuel usage per snowmobile, the number of registered snowmobiles during the calendar year under determination, and: (1) A fuel tax rate of: (a) Nineteen cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2003, through June 30, 2005; (b) twenty cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2005, through June 30, 2007; (c) twenty-one cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2007, through June 30, 2009; (d) twenty-two cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2009, through June 30, 2011; (e) twenty-three cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2011, through July 31, 2015; (f) thirty cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from August 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016; and (g) thirty-four and nine-tenths cents per gallon of motor vehicle fuel from July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2031; and (2) beginning July 1, 2031, and thereafter, the state's motor vehicle fuel tax rate in existence at the time of the fuel purchase.[ 2015 3rd sp.s. c 44 § 112; (2015 2nd sp.s. c 9 § 3 repealed by 2015 3rd sp.s. c 44 § 111); 2003 c 361 § 408; 1994 c 262 § 4; 1993 c 54 § 7; 1990 c 42 § 117; 1979 ex.s. c 182 § 13; 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 17. Formerly RCW 46.10.170.]NOTES:Effective date—2015 3rd sp.s. c 44: See note following RCW 46.68.395.Findings—Intent—2015 2nd sp.s. c 9: See note following RCW 46.09.520.Findings—2003 c 361: See note following RCW 82.38.030.Effective dates—2003 c 361: See note following RCW 82.08.020.Purpose—Effective dates—Application—Implementation—1990 c 42: See notes following RCW 46.68.090.
WA Rev Code § 46.10.910 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.10 - Snowmobiles.|46.10.910 - Short title.

RCW 46.10.910 Short title.This chapter may be known and cited as the "Snowmobile act".[ 1971 ex.s. c 29 § 22.]
WA Rev Code § 46.12.520 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.12 - Certificates of Title.|46.12.520 - Certificate required to operate and sell vehicle—Manufacturer or dealer testing—Security interest, how perfected.

RCW 46.12.520 Certificate required to operate and sell vehicle—Manufacturer or dealer testing—Security interest, how perfected.(1) A person shall not:(a) Operate a vehicle in this state with a registration certificate issued by the department without having a certificate of title for the vehicle that contains the name of the registered owner exactly as it appears on the registration certificate; or(b) Sell or transfer a vehicle without complying with the provisions of this chapter relating to certificates of title and vehicle registration.(2) A certificate of title does not need to be obtained for a vehicle owned by a manufacturer or dealer and held for sale, even though incidentally moved on the highway or used for purposes of testing and demonstration, or for a vehicle used by a manufacturer or dealer solely for testing. A security interest in a vehicle held as inventory by a manufacturer or dealer must be perfected as described in chapter 62A.9A RCW. An endorsement is not required on certificates of title held by a manufacturer or dealer to perfect the security interest. A certificate of title may be issued for any vehicle without the vehicle needing to be registered.[ 2010 c 161 § 301; 1997 c 241 § 3; 1979 c 158 § 132; 1975 c 25 § 6; 1967 c 140 § 1; 1967 c 32 § 6; 1961 c 12 § 46.12.010. Prior: 1937 c 188 § 2; RRS § 6312-2. Formerly RCW 46.12.010.]NOTES:Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.Effective date—1967 c 140: "This act shall become effective at midnight on June 30, 1967. It applies to transactions entered into and events occurring after that date." [ 1967 c 140 § 11.]
WA Rev Code § 46.12.540 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.12 - Certificates of Title.|46.12.540 - Issuance of certificates—Contents.

RCW 46.12.540 Issuance of certificates—Contents.(1) The department shall issue an electronic record of ownership or a written certificate of title if the department is satisfied from the statements on the application that the applicant is the legal owner of the vehicle or otherwise entitled to have a certificate of title in the applicant's name.(2) Each certificate of title issued by the department must contain:(a) The date of application;(b) The certificate of title number assigned to the vehicle;(c) The name and address of the registered owner and legal owner;(d) The vehicle identification number;(e) The mileage reading, if required, as provided by the odometer disclosure statement submitted with the application involving a transfer of ownership;(f) A notation that the recorded mileage is actual, not actual, or exceeds mechanical limits;(g) A blank space on the face of the certificate of title for the signature of the registered owner;(h) Information on whether the vehicle was ever registered and operated as an exempt vehicle or taxicab;(i) A brand conspicuously shown across its front if indicating that the vehicle has been rebuilt after becoming a salvage vehicle;(j) The director's signature and the seal of the department; and(k) Any other description of the vehicle and facts the department may require.(3) The department shall deliver the registration certificate to the registered owner and the certificate of title to the legal owner, or both to the person who is both the registered owner and legal owner.[ 2010 c 161 § 305; 1996 c 26 § 2; 1993 c 307 § 1; 1990 c 238 § 3; 1975 c 25 § 9; 1967 c 32 § 9; 1961 c 12 § 46.12.050. Prior: 1959 c 166 § 1; 1947 c 164 § 2; 1937 c 188 § 4; Rem. Supp. 1947 § 6312-4. Formerly RCW 46.12.050.]NOTES:Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.Effective date, implementation—1990 c 238: See note following RCW 46.12.530.
WA Rev Code § 46.12.550 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 46 - Motor Vehicles|Chapter 46.12 - Certificates of Title.|46.12.550 - Refusal or cancellation of certificate—Notice—Penalty for subsequent operation—Appeals.

RCW 46.12.550 Refusal or cancellation of certificate—Notice—Penalty for subsequent operation—Appeals.(1) The department may refuse to issue or may cancel a certificate of title at any time if the department determines that an applicant for a certificate of title is not entitled to a certificate of title. Notice of cancellation may be accomplished by sending a notice by first-class mail using the last known address in department records for the registered or legal owner or owners, and completing an affidavit of first-class mail. It is unlawful for any person to remove, drive, or operate the vehicle until a proper certificate of title has been issued. Any person removing, driving, or operating a vehicle after the refusal to issue or cancellation of the certificate of title is guilty of a gross misdemeanor.(2)(a) The suspension of, revocation of, cancellation of, or refusal to issue a certificate of title or vehicle registration provided for in chapters 46.12 and 46.16A RCW by the director is conclusive unless the person whose registration or certificate is suspended, revoked, canceled, or refused appeals to the superior court of Thurston county or the person's county of residence.(b) Notice of appeal must be filed within ten days after receipt of the notice of suspension, revocation, cancellation, or refusal. Upon the filing of the notice of appeal, the court shall issue an order to the director to show cause why the registration should not be granted or reinstated and return the order not less than ten days after the date of service of the notice to the director. Service must be in the manner as prescribed for the service of a summons and complaint in other civil actions.(c) Upon the hearing on the order to show cause, the court shall hear evidence concerning matters with reference to the suspension, revocation, cancellation, or refusal of the registration or certificate and enter judgment either affirming or setting aside the suspension, revocation, cancellation, or refusal.[ 2011 c 171 § 35; 2010 c 161 § 315; 1994 c 262 § 5; 1975 c 25 § 12; 1961 c 12 § 46.12.160. Prior: 1959 c 166 § 14; prior: 1947 c 164 § 4(g); 1937 c 188 § 6(g); Rem. Supp. 1947 § 6312-6(g). Formerly RCW 46.12.160.]NOTES:Intent—Effective date—2011 c 171: See notes following RCW 4.24.210.Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.