reglab/statecodes huggingface dataset:
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 28C - Vocational Education › Chapter 28C.30 - Career Connected Learning. › 28C.30.070 - Employing minors.

RCW 28C.30.070
Employing minors.
Where applicable, career awareness and exploration, career connected learning, career launch programs, and career preparation programs are subject to RCW 49.12.121 and 49.12.123 regarding employing minors.
[ 2019 c 406 § 58.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—2019 c 406: See note following RCW 43.79.195.
Findings—Short title—2019 c 406: See notes following RCW 28B.92.200.
Findings—2019 c 406: See note following RCW 28B.94.020.
Findings—Intent—2019 c 406: See note following RCW 28C.30.050.
Findings—Intent—2019 c 406: See note following RCW 43.216.135.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.12 VOTING SYSTEMS

Sections
29A.12.090 Single district and precinct.
[2003 c 111 § 309. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 27; 1989 c 155 § 1; 1987 c 295 § 8; 1983 c 143 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.33.310, 29.34.085.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.12.100 Requirements of tallying systems for approval.
[2003 c 111 § 310. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 28; 1982 c 40 § 7; 1967 ex.s. c 109 § 19. Formerly RCW 29.33.320, 29.34.090.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.12.170 Consultation with information services board.
[2004 c 267 § 321.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.16 PRECINCT AND POLLING PLACE DETERMINATION AND ACCESSIBILITY

Sections
29A.16.010 Intent — Duties of county auditors.
[2004 c 267 § 315; 2003 c 111 § 401; 1999 c 298 § 13; 1985 c 205 § 1; 1979 ex.s. c 64 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.57.010.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.020 Alternative polling places or procedures.
[2003 c 111 § 402; 1999 c 298 § 15; 1985 c 205 § 5. Formerly RCW 29.57.090.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.030 Costs for modifications — Alternatives — Election costs.
[2003 c 111 § 403; 1999 c 298 § 20; 1985 c 205 § 12. Formerly RCW 29.57.160.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.060 Combining or dividing precincts, election boards.
[2003 c 111 § 406. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 22; 1986 c 167 § 3; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 5; 1974 ex.s. c 127 § 1; 1965 c 9 § 29.04.055; prior: 1963 c 200 § 22; 1951 c 70 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.04.055.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.110 Polling place — May be located outside precinct.
[2003 c 111 § 407; 1965 c 9 § 29.48.005. Prior: 1951 c 123 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.48.005.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.120 Polling place — Use of county, municipality, or special district facilities.
[2003 c 111 § 408. Prior: 1985 c 205 § 14; 1965 c 9 § 29.48.007; prior: 1955 c 201 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.48.007.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.130 Public buildings as polling places.
[2004 c 267 § 316; 2003 c 111 § 409. Prior: 1979 ex.s. c 64 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.57.040.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.140 Inaccessible polling places — Auditors' list.
[2003 c 111 § 410. Prior: 1999 c 298 § 14; 1985 c 205 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.57.070.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.150 Polling places — Accessibility required, exceptions.
[2003 c 111 § 411. Prior: 1999 c 298 § 16; 1985 c 205 § 6. Formerly RCW 29.57.100.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.160 Review by and recommendations of disabled voters.
[2003 c 111 § 412. Prior: 1979 ex.s. c 64 § 5. Formerly RCW 29.57.050.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.16.170 County auditors — Notice of accessibility.
[2003 c 111 § 413. Prior: 1999 c 298 § 19; 1985 c 205 § 11. Formerly RCW 29.57.150.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.28 VACANCIES

Sections
29A.28.010 Major party ticket.
[2003 c 111 § 701; 1990 c 59 § 102; 1977 ex.s. c 329 § 12; 1965 c 9 § 29.18.150. Prior: 1961 c 130 § 17; prior: (i) 1933 c 21 § 1, part; 1919 c 163 § 24, part; RRS § 5200, part. (ii) 1889 p 404 § 12; RRS § 5176. Formerly RCW 29.18.150.]
Repealed by 2005 c 2 § 17 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004); and repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.28.011 Major party ticket.
[2004 c 271 § 191.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.28.020 Death or disqualification — Correcting ballots — Counting votes already cast.
[2003 c 111 § 702; 2001 c 46 § 4; 1977 ex.s. c 329 § 13. Formerly RCW 29.18.160.]
Repealed by 2005 c 2 § 17 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004); and repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.28.021 Death or disqualification — Correcting ballots — Counting votes already cast.
[2006 c 344 § 11; 2004 c 271 § 192.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.28.040
Congress — Special election.
[2003 c 111 § 704; 1990 c 59 § 105; 1985 c 45 § 4; 1973 2nd ex.s. c 36 § 3; 1965 c 9 § 29.68.080. Prior: 1915 c 60 § 1; 1909 ex.s. c 25 § 1; RRS § 3799. Formerly RCW 29.68.080.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.28.060
Congress — General, primary election laws to apply — Time deadlines, modifications.
[2003 c 111 § 706; 1985 c 45 § 7; 1965 c 9 § 29.68.130. Prior: 1909 ex.s. c 25 § 4; RRS § 3802. Formerly RCW 29.68.130.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.28.070
Precinct committee officer.
[2003 c 111 § 707.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.28.071 Precinct committee officer.
[2004 c 271 § 120.]
Recodified as RCW 29A.80.031 pursuant to 2013 c 11 § 93.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.32 VOTERS' PAMPHLETS

Sections
29A.32.030
Contents.
[2003 c 111 § 803. Prior: 1999 c 260 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.81.220.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.32.036 Even year primary contents.
[2004 c 271 § 122.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.32.050 Notice of constitutional amendments and state measures — Explanatory statement.
[2009 c 415 § 4; 2003 c 111 § 805; 1967 c 96 § 3; 1965 c 9 § 29.27.076. Prior: 1961 c 176 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.27.076.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.32.120
Candidates' statements — Length.
[2004 c 266 § 12. Prior: 2003 c 254 § 6; 2003 c 111 § 812; 1999 c 260 § 11. Formerly RCW 29.81.310.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.32.240
Contents.
[2003 c 111 § 816; 1984 c 106 § 6. Formerly RCW 29.81A.040.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.40 ABSENTEE VOTING

Sections
29A.40.030 Request on behalf of family member.
[2003 c 111 § 1003. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.36.230.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.040 Ongoing status — Request — Termination.
[2003 c 111 § 1004. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 4; 1999 c 298 § 12; 1993 c 418 § 1; 1991 c 81 § 30; 1987 c 346 § 10; 1986 c 22 § 1; 1985 c 273 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.36.240, 29.36.013.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.060
Issuance of ballot and other materials.
[2003 c 111 § 1006; 2001 c 241 § 6; 1991 c 81 § 31. Prior: 1987 c 346 § 11; 1987 c 295 § 9; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 77; 1974 ex.s. c 73 § 1; 1965 c 9 § 29.36.030; prior: 1963 ex.s. c 23 § 3; 1955 c 167 § 4; prior: (i) 1933 ex.s. c 41 § 2, part; 1923 c 58 § 2, part; 1921 c 143 § 2, part; 1917 c 159 § 2, part; 1915 c 189 § 2, part; RRS § 5281, part. (ii) 1933 ex.s. c 41 § 3, part; 1923 c 58 § 3, part; 1921 c 143 § 3, part; 1917 c 159 § 3, part; 1915 c 189 § 3, part; RRS § 5282, part. Formerly RCW 29.36.260, 29.36.030.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.40.061 Issuance of ballot and other materials.
[2009 c 415 § 6; 2009 c 369 § 38; 2004 c 271 § 134.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.080 Delivery of ballot, qualifications for.
[2003 c 111 § 1008. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 7; 1984 c 27 § 2; 1965 c 9 § 29.36.035; prior: 1963 ex.s. c 23 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.36.280, 29.36.035.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.090
Envelopes and instructions.
[2003 c 111 § 1009. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 8; 1987 c 346 § 12. Formerly RCW 29.36.290, 29.36.045.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.40.120 Report of count.
[2003 c 111 § 1012. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 11; 1990 c 262 § 2; 1987 c 346 § 15; 1974 ex.s. c 73 § 2; 1965 c 9 § 29.36.070; prior: 1955 c 50 § 3; prior: 1933 ex.s. c 41 § 5, part; 1921 c 143 § 6, part; 1917 c 159 § 4, part; 1915 c 189 § 4, part; RRS § 5285, part. Formerly RCW 29.36.320, 29.36.070.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.140 Challenges.
[2006 c 320 § 8; 2003 c 111 § 1014. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 13; 1987 c 346 § 18; 1965 c 9 § 29.36.100; prior: 1917 c 159 § 5; 1915 c 189 § 5; RRS § 5286. Formerly RCW 29.36.350, 29.36.100.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.40.150 Overseas, service voters.
[2009 c 415 § 12; 2006 c 206 § 7; 2005 c 245 § 1; 2003 c 111 § 1015; 1993 c 417 § 7; 1987 c 346 § 19; 1983 1st ex.s. c 71 § 8. Formerly RCW 29.36.360, 29.36.150.]
Repealed by 2011 c 349 § 29, effective January 1, 2012.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.46 DISABILITY ACCESS VOTING

Sections
29A.46.010 "Disability access voting location."
[2004 c 267 § 301.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.020 "Disability access voting period."
[2006 c 207 § 5; 2004 c 267 § 302.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.030 "In-person disability access voting."
[2004 c 267 § 303.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.110 When allowed — Multiple voting prevention.
[2006 c 207 § 6; 2004 c 267 § 304.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.120 Locations and hours.
[2004 c 267 § 305.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.130 Compliance with federal and state requirements.
[2004 c 267 § 306.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.46.140
Interference, assistance.
[2004 c 267 § 307.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.150
Prohibitions — Penalty.
[2004 c 267 § 308.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.210
Procedures for voting.
[2004 c 267 § 310.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.220
Opening and closing locations.
[2004 c 267 § 311.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.230
Voters in location at closing time.
[2004 c 267 § 312.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.240
Procedures after closing.
[2004 c 267 § 313.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.250 Handling of ballots after closing.
[2004 c 267 § 314.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.46.260 Vote by mail impacts on voters with disabilities — Mitigation — Advisory committee, plan.
[2011 c 10 § 44; 2010 c 215 § 5; 2006 c 207 § 7.]
Recodified as RCW 29A.04.223 pursuant to 2011 c 10 § 87.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.48 VOTING BY MAIL

Sections
29A.48.010 Mail ballot counties and precincts.
[2009 c 103 § 1; 2005 c 241 § 1; 2004 c 266 § 14. Prior: 2003 c 162 § 3; 2003 c 111 § 1201; prior: 2001 c 241 § 15; prior: 1994 c 269 § 1; 1994 c 57 § 48; 1993 c 417 § 1; 1983 1st ex.s. c 71 § 1; 1974 ex.s. c 35 § 2; 1967 ex.s. c 109 § 6. Formerly RCW 29.38.010, 29.36.120.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.48.020 Special elections.
[2004 c 266 § 15. Prior: 2003 c 162 § 4; 2003 c 111 § 1202; prior: 2001 c 241 § 16; 1994 c 57 § 49; 1993 c 417 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.38.020, 29.36.121.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.48.030 Odd-year primaries.
[2003 c 111 § 1203. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 17. Formerly RCW 29.38.030.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.48.040 Depositing ballots — Replacement ballots.
[2003 c 111 § 1204; 2001 c 241 § 18; 1983 1st ex.s. c 71 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.38.040, 29.36.124.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.48.050 Return of voted ballot.
[2006 c 206 § 8; 2003 c 111 § 1205. Prior: 2001 c 241 § 19; 1993 c 417 § 4; 1983 1st ex.s. c 71 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.38.050, 29.36.126.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.48.060 Ballot contents — Counting.
[2003 c 111 § 1206; 2001 c 241 § 20; 1993 c 417 § 5; 1990 c 59 § 76; 1983 1st ex.s. c 71 § 5; 1967 ex.s. c 109 § 7. Formerly RCW 29.38.060, 29.36.130.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.52 PRIMARIES AND ELECTIONS

Sections
29A.52.010
Elections to fill unexpired term — No primary, when.
[2005 c 2 § 13 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004); 2003 c 111 § 1301. Prior: 1973 c 4 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.15.150, 29.13.075.] Repealed by 2013 c 195 § 2.
29A.52.011 Elections to fill unexpired term — No primary, when.
[2006 c 344 § 14; 2004 c 271 § 172.]
Repealed by 2013 c 195 § 2; and also repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.106 Intent.
[2004 c 271 § 140.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.110
Application of chapter.
[2003 c 111 § 1302. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 78; 1965 c 9 § 29.18.010; prior: 1911 c 101 § 2; 1909 c 82 § 1; 1907 c 209 § 2; RRS § 5178. Formerly RCW 29.18.010.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.52.111 Application of chapter — Exceptions.
[2004 c 271 § 173.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.116 Application of chapter — Exceptions.
[2004 c 271 § 139.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.120
General election laws govern primaries.
[2003 c 111 § 1303. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 87; 1971 ex.s. c 112 § 1; 1965 c 9 § 29.18.120; prior: (i) 1907 c 209 § 14; RRS § 5191. (ii) 1921 c 178 § 5; 1907 c 209 § 21; RRS § 5197. (iii) 1909 c 82 § 10; 1907 c 209 § 33; RRS § 5208. Formerly RCW 29.18.120.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.52.130 Blanket primary authorized.
[2003 c 111 § 1304. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 88; 1965 c 9 § 29.18.200; prior: 1935 c 26 § 5, part; No RRS. Formerly RCW 29.18.200.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.141 Instructions.
[2004 c 271 § 141.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.151 Ballot format — Procedures.
[2007 c 38 § 4; 2004 c 271 § 142.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.52.230
Nonpartisan offices specified.
[2003 c 111 § 1307. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 91; 1987 c 202 § 193; 1971 c 81 § 75; 1965 c 9 § 29.21.070; prior: (i) 1927 c 155 § 1, part; 1925 ex.s. c 68 § 1, part; 1921 c 116 § 1, part; 1919 c 85 § 1, part; 1911 c 101 § 1, part; 1909 c 82 § 11, part; 1907 c 209 § 38, part; RRS § 5212, part. (ii) 1933 c 85 § 1, part; RRS § 5213-1, part. Formerly RCW 29.21.070.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.52.310
Notice of primary.
[2003 c 111 § 1309; 1965 c 9 § 29.27.030. Prior: 1949 c 161 § 10, part; 1947 c 234 § 2, part; 1935 c 26 § 1, part; 1921 c 178 § 4, part; 1907 c 209 § 8, part; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5185, part. Formerly RCW 29.27.030.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.52.311 Notice of primary.
[2004 c 271 § 145.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.52.320
Certification of nominees.
[2003 c 111 § 1310. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 9; 1965 ex.s. c 103 § 7; 1965 c 9 § 29.27.050; prior: 1961 c 130 § 19; 1889 p 403 § 9; RRS § 5173. Formerly RCW 29.27.050.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.52.350
Election — Certification of measures.
[2003 c 111 § 1313; 1999 c 4 § 1; 1984 c 106 § 12; 1980 c 35 § 8; 1965 c 9 § 29.27.080. Prior: 1955 c 153 § 1; 1951 c 101 § 7; 1949 c 161 § 11; Rem. Supp. 1949 § 5148-3a. Formerly RCW 29.27.080.]
Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193. Later enactment, see RCW 29A.52.351.
29A.52.351 Notice of election.
[2004 c 271 § 175.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.53 INSTANT RUNOFF VOTING PILOT PROJECT

Sections
29A.53.010 Finding — Intent.
[2005 c 153 § 1.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.020 Participant qualifications, procedures, report.
[2005 c 153 § 2.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.030 Definitions.
[2005 c 153 § 3.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.040 Application of election laws.
[2005 c 153 § 4.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.050 Tabulation of ballots — Counting stages.
[2005 c 153 § 5.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.060 Voting conditions and limitations.
[2005 c 153 § 6.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.070 Local option authorized.
[2005 c 153 § 7.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.080 Ballot specifications and directions to voters.
[2005 c 153 § 8.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.090 Changes in voting devices and counting methods.
[2005 c 153 § 9.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.900 Expiration date.
[2005 c 153 § 13.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.901 Captions not law — 2005 c 153.
[2005 c 153 § 16.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.53.902 Severability — 2005 c 153.
[2005 c 153 § 17.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.56 SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES ELECTIONS

Sections
29A.56.010 Intent.
[2003 c 111 § 1401; 1989 c 4 § 1 (Initiative Measure No. 99). Formerly RCW 29.19.010.]
Decodified pursuant to 2019 c 7 § 8.
29A.56.030 Ballot-Names included.
[2011 c 349 § 19; 2006 c 344 § 15; 2003 c 111 § 1403. Prior: 1989 c 4 § 3 (Initiative Measure No. 99). Formerly RCW 29.19.030.]
Repealed by 2019 c 7 § 9.
29A.56.330 Counting and canvassing the returns.
[2003 c 111 § 1426; 1965 c 9 § 29.71.030. Prior: 1935 c 20 § 2; RRS § 5139; prior: 1891 c 148 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.71.030.]
Repealed by 2019 c 143 § 13.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.60 CANVASSING

Sections
29A.60.020
Write-in voting — Declaration of candidacy — Counting of vote.
[2003 c 111 § 1502. Prior: 1999 c 157 § 3; 1995 c 158 § 2; 1988 c 181 § 5; 1973 1st ex.s. c 121 § 1; 1967 ex.s. c 109 § 28; 1965 ex.s. c 101 § 14; 1965 c 9 § 29.51.170; prior: (i) 1931 c 14 § 1; 1909 c 82 § 12; RRS § 5213. (ii) 1933 c 85 § 2; RRS § 5213-2. (iii) 1905 c 39 § 1, part; 1889 p 405 § 15, part; RRS § 5272, part. Formerly RCW 29.62.180, 29.51.170.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.60.030 Tabulation continuous.
[2004 c 266 § 16; 2003 c 111 § 1503. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 58. Formerly RCW 29.54.042.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.60.080 Sealing of voting devices — Exceptions.
[2004 c 266 § 17; 2003 c 111 § 1508. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 24; 1965 c 9 § 29.33.230; prior: 1917 c 7 § 1, part; 1913 c 58 § 15, part; RRS § 5315, part. Formerly RCW 29.54.121, 29.33.230.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.60.220
Tie in primary or final election.
[2003 c 111 § 1522; 1965 c 9 § 29.62.080. Prior: 1961 c 130 § 13; prior: (i) Code 1881 § 3097; 1866 p 7 § 3; RRS § 5344. (ii) Code 1881 § 3104; 1865 p 41 § 15; RRS § 5349. Formerly RCW 29.62.080.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.60.290 Statewide election data and reporting standards—Secretary of state to develop, make rules.
[2016 c 134 § 1.]
Repealed by 2023 c 404 § 5.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.64 RECOUNTS

Sections
29A.64.010
Application — Requirements — Application of chapter.
[2003 c 111 § 1601; 2001 c 225 § 3; 1987 c 54 § 3; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 98; 1965 c 9 § 29.64.010. Prior: 1963 ex.s. c 25 § 1; 1961 c 50 § 1; 1955 c 215 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.64.010.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.64.020
Mandatory.
[2003 c 111 § 1602. Prior: 2001 c 225 § 4; 1993 c 377 § 1; 1991 c 90 § 2; 1987 c 54 § 4; 1965 c 9 § 29.64.015; prior: 1963 ex.s. c 25 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.64.015.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.64.040
Procedure — Observers — Request to stop.
[2003 c 111 § 1604. Prior: 2001 c 225 § 6; 1991 c 81 § 37; 1990 c 59 § 65; 1965 c 9 § 29.64.030; prior: 1961 c 50 § 3; 1955 c 215 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.64.030.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.64.060
Amended abstracts.
[2003 c 111 § 1606. Prior: 2001 c 225 § 8; 1990 c 59 § 66; 1965 c 9 § 29.64.040; prior: 1955 c 215 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.64.040.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.64.080
Expenses — Charges.
[2003 c 111 § 1608. Prior: 2001 c 225 § 10; 1990 c 59 § 68; 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 100; 1965 c 9 § 29.64.060; prior: 1955 c 215 § 6. Formerly RCW 29.64.060.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.68 CONTESTING AN ELECTION

Sections
29A.68.010
Prevention and correction of election frauds and errors.
[2003 c 111 § 1701. Prior: 1977 ex.s. c 361 § 3; 1973 1st ex.s. c 165 § 1; 1971 c 81 § 74; 1965 c 9 § 29.04.030; prior: (i) 1907 c 209 § 25, part; RRS § 5202, part. (ii) 1889 p 407 § 19; RRS § 5276. Formerly RCW 29.04.030.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.72 STATE INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM

Sections
29A.72.220 Petitions — Signature checking — Registration information file.
[2003 c 111 § 1801.]
Repealed by 2006 c 206 § 9.
29A.72.283 Advisory vote on tax legislation—Short description.
[2008 c 1 § 8 (Initiative Measure No. 960, approved November 6, 2007).]
Repealed by 2023 c 109 § 7.
29A.72.285 Advisory vote on tax legislation—Short description filing and transmittal.
[2008 c 1 § 9 (Initiative Measure No. 960, approved November 6, 2007).]
Repealed by 2023 c 109 § 7.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.76 REDISTRICTING

Sections
29A.76.030 Precinct boundary change — Registration transfer.
[2013 c 11 § 78; 2003 c 111 § 1903; 1971 ex.s. c 202 § 27; 1965 c 9 § 29.10.060. Prior: 1933 c 1 § 17; RRS § 5114-17. Formerly RCW 29.10.060.]
Recodified as RCW 29A.16.070 pursuant to 2013 c 11 § 93.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.80 POLITICAL PARTIES

Sections
29A.80.010
Authority — Generally.
[2003 c 111 § 2001; 1977 ex.s. c 329 § 16; 1965 c 9 § 29.42.010. Prior: 1961 c 130 § 2; prior: 1943 c 178 § 1, part; 1939 c 48 § 1, part; 1927 c 200 § 1, part; 1925 ex.s. c 158 § 1, part; 1909 c 82 § 6, part; 1907 c 209 § 22, part; Rem. Supp. 1943 § 5198, part. Formerly RCW 29.42.010.]
Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193. Later enactment, see RCW 29A.80.011.
Notes:
Reviser's note:
RCW 29A.80.010 was amended by 2005 c 2 § 14 (Initiative Measure No. 872) without cognizance of its repeal by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.80.011 Authority — Generally.
[2004 c 271 § 183.]
Repealed by 2013 c 11 § 94.
29A.80.040
Precinct committee officer, eligibility.
[2003 c 111 § 2004. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 104; prior: 1987 c 295 § 13; 1987 c 133 § 3; 1973 c 4 § 6; 1965 c 9 § 29.42.040; prior: 1961 c 130 § 5; prior: 1943 c 178 § 1, part; 1939 c 48 § 1, part; 1927 c 200 § 1, part; 1925 ex.s. c 158 § 1, part; 1909 c 82 § 6, part; 1907 c 209 § 22, part; Rem. Supp. 1943 § 5198, part. Formerly RCW 29.42.040.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.80.050
Precinct committee officer — Election — Declaration of candidacy, fee — Term.
[2003 c 111 § 2005; 1991 c 363 § 34; 1987 c 295 § 14; 1973 c 4 § 7; 1967 ex.s. c 32 § 2; 1965 ex.s. c 103 § 3; 1965 c 9 § 29.42.050. Prior: 1961 c 130 § 6; prior: 1953 c 196 § 1; 1943 c 178 § 1, part; 1939 c 48 § 1, part; 1927 c 200 § 1, part; 1925 ex.s. c 158 § 1, part; 1909 c 82 § 6, part; 1907 c 209 § 22, part; Rem. Supp. 1943 § 5198, part. Formerly RCW 29.42.050.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.80.060
Legislative district chair — Election — Term — Removal.
[2003 c 111 § 2006; 1991 c 363 § 35; 1987 c 295 § 15; 1967 ex.s. c 32 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.42.070.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › RCW Dispositions › 29A.84 CRIMES AND PENALTIES

Sections
29A.84.260
Petitions — Improperly signing.
[2003 c 111 § 2114. Prior: 1984 c 142 § 8. Formerly RCW 29.15.080, 29.18.057.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.84.310
Candidacy declarations, nominating petitions.
[2003 c 111 § 2117.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.84.525 Electioneering by disability access voting election officer.
[2004 c 267 § 309.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.84.670 Unlawful acts by voters — Penalty.
[2003 c 111 § 2134; 2003 c 53 § 181; 1965 c 9 § 29.51.230. Prior: 1947 c 35 § 1, part; 1889 p 412 § 33, part; Rem. Supp. 1947 § 5298, part. Formerly RCW 29.51.230.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
29A.84.710
Documents regarding nomination, election, candidacy — Frauds and falsehoods.
[2003 c 111 § 2137; 1991 c 81 § 8; 1965 c 9 § 29.85.100. Prior: 1889 p 411 § 30; RRS § 5295. Formerly RCW 29.85.100.] Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
29A.84.740 Returns and posted copy of results — Tampering with.
[2003 c 111 § 2140. Prior: 1991 c 81 § 16; 1965 c 9 § 29.85.230; prior: 1935 c 108 § 3; RRS § 5339-3. Formerly RCW 29.85.230, 29.85.110, part.]
Repealed by 2011 c 10 § 86.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.001 - Scope of definitions.

RCW 29A.04.001
Scope of definitions.
Words and phrases as defined in this chapter, wherever used in Title 29A RCW, shall have the meaning as in this chapter ascribed to them, unless where used the context thereof shall clearly indicate to the contrary or unless otherwise defined in the chapter of which they are a part.
[ 2003 c 111 § 101. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.005. For like prior law see 1907 c 209 § 1, part; RRS § 5177, part. Formerly RCW 29.01.005.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.008 - Ballot and related terms.

RCW 29A.04.008
Ballot and related terms.
As used in this title:
(1) "Ballot" means, as the context implies, either:
(a) The issues and offices to be voted upon in a jurisdiction or portion of a jurisdiction at a particular primary, general election, or special election;
(b) A facsimile of the contents of a particular ballot whether printed on a paper ballot or ballot card or as part of a voting machine or voting device;
(c) A physical or electronic record of the choices of an individual voter in a particular primary, general election, or special election; or
(d) The physical document on which the voter's choices are to be recorded;
(2) "Paper ballot" means a piece of paper on which the ballot for a particular election or primary has been printed, on which a voter may record his or her choices for any candidate or for or against any measure, and that is to be tabulated manually;
(3) "Ballot card" means any type of card or piece of paper of any size on which a voter may record his or her choices for any candidate and for or against any measure and that is to be tabulated on a vote tallying system;
(4) "Sample ballot" means a printed facsimile of all the issues and offices on the ballot in a jurisdiction and is intended to give voters notice of the issues, offices, and candidates that are to be voted on at a particular primary, general election, or special election;
(5) "Provisional ballot" means a ballot issued to a voter who would otherwise be denied an opportunity to vote a regular ballot, for any reason authorized by the Help America Vote Act, including but not limited to the following:
(a) The voter's name does not appear in the list of registered voters for the county;
(b) There is an indication in the voter registration system that the voter has already voted in that primary, special election, or general election, but the voter wishes to vote again;
(c) There is a question on the part of the voter concerning the issues or candidates on which the voter is qualified to vote;
(d) Any other reason allowed by law.
[ 2013 c 11 § 1; 2011 c 10 § 1; 2007 c 38 § 1; 2005 c 243 § 1; 2004 c 271 § 102.]
NOTES:
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: "The county auditor of any county that maintained poll sites as of July 22, 2011, shall notify by mail each registered poll voter that all future primaries, special elections, and general elections will be conducted by mail." [ 2011 c 10 § 85.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.013 - Canvassing.

RCW 29A.04.013
Canvassing.
"Canvassing" means the process of examining ballots or groups of ballots, subtotals, and cumulative totals in order to determine the official returns of a primary, special, or general election and includes the tabulation of any votes that were not previously tabulated.
[ 2013 c 11 § 2; 2011 c 10 § 2; 2003 c 111 § 103; 1990 c 59 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.01.008.]
NOTES:
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.
Intent—1990 c 59: "By this act the legislature intends to unify and simplify the laws and procedures governing filing for elective office, ballot layout, ballot format, voting equipment, and canvassing." [ 1990 c 59 § 1.]
Effective date—1990 c 59: "Sections 1 through 6, 8 through 96, and 98 through 112 of this act shall take effect July 1, 1992." [ 1990 c 59 § 113.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.019 - Counting center.

RCW 29A.04.019
Counting center.
"Counting center" means the facility or facilities designated by the county auditor to count and canvass ballots.
[ 2011 c 10 § 3; 2003 c 111 § 104. Prior: 1999 c 158 § 1; 1990 c 59 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.01.042.]
NOTES:
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.
Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.025 - County auditor.

RCW 29A.04.025
County auditor.
"County auditor" means the county auditor in a noncharter county or the officer, irrespective of title, having the overall responsibility to maintain voter registration and to conduct state and local elections in a charter county.
[ 2003 c 111 § 105; 1984 c 106 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.01.043.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.031 - Date of mailing.

RCW 29A.04.031
Date of mailing.
For registered voters voting by mail, "date of mailing" means the date of the postal cancellation on the envelope in which the ballot is returned to the election official by whom it was issued. For all service and overseas voters, "date of mailing" means the date stated by the voter on the declaration.
[ 2011 c 10 § 4; 2003 c 111 § 106; 1987 c 346 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.01.045.]
NOTES:
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.037 - Disabled voter.

RCW 29A.04.037
Disabled voter.
"Disabled voter" means any registered voter who qualifies for special parking privileges under RCW 46.19.010, or who is defined as blind under RCW 74.18.020, or who qualifies to require assistance with voting under RCW 29A.40.160.
[ 2011 c 10 § 5; 2010 c 161 § 1103; 2003 c 111 § 107. Prior: 1987 c 346 § 4. Formerly RCW 29.01.047.]
NOTES:
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.
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.
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.043 - Election.

RCW 29A.04.043
Election.
"Election" when used alone means a general election except where the context indicates that a special election is included. "Election" when used without qualification does not include a primary.
[ 2003 c 111 § 108. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 5; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.050; prior: 1907 c 209 § 1, part; RRS § 5177(c). See also 1950 ex.s. c 14 § 3. Formerly RCW 29.01.050.]
NOTES:
Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.055 - Election officer.

RCW 29A.04.055
Election officer.
"Election officer" includes any officer who has a duty to perform relating to elections under the provisions of any statute, charter, or ordinance.
[ 2003 c 111 § 110. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.060. Formerly RCW 29.01.060.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.058 - Election official.

RCW 29A.04.058
Election official.
"Election official" when pertaining to voter registration includes any staff member of the office of the secretary of state, staff of state agencies or offices providing voter registration services, or a staff member of a county auditor's office.
[ 2023 c 466 § 34; 2019 c 391 § 1.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.061 - Elector.

RCW 29A.04.061
Elector.
"Elector" means any person who possesses all of the qualifications to vote under Article VI of the state Constitution, including persons who are seventeen years of age at the primary election or presidential primary election but who will be eighteen years of age by the general election.
[ 2020 c 208 § 13; 2003 c 111 § 111. Prior: 1987 c 346 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.01.065.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2020 c 208 §§ 3, 5, 6, and 13-17: See note following RCW 29A.08.210.
Short title—Findings—2020 c 208: See notes following RCW 29A.08.210.
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.067 - Filing officer.

RCW 29A.04.067
Filing officer.
"Filing officer" means the county or state officer with whom declarations of candidacy for an office are required to be filed under this title.
[ 2003 c 111 § 112. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 77. Formerly RCW 29.01.068.]
NOTES:
Intent—Effective date—1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.070 - Future voter.

RCW 29A.04.070
Future voter.
"Future voter" means a United States citizen and Washington state resident, age sixteen or seventeen, who has provided information related to voter registration to the appropriate state agencies.
[ 2023 c 361 § 2; 2018 c 109 § 2.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—Effective date—2018 c 109: See notes following RCW 29A.08.170.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.073 - General election.

RCW 29A.04.073
General election.
"General election" means an election required to be held on a fixed date recurring at regular intervals.
[ 2003 c 111 § 113. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.070. Formerly RCW 29.01.070.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.079 - Infamous crime.

RCW 29A.04.079
Infamous crime.
An "infamous crime" is a crime punishable by death in the state penitentiary or imprisonment in a state or federal correctional facility. Neither an adjudication in juvenile court pursuant to chapter 13.40 RCW, nor a conviction for a misdemeanor or gross misdemeanor, is an "infamous crime."
[ 2013 c 11 § 3; 2009 c 369 § 1; 2003 c 111 § 114. Prior: 1992 c 7 § 31; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.080; prior: Code 1881 § 3054; 1865 p 25 § 5; RRS § 5113. Formerly RCW 29.01.080.]
NOTES:
Contests, conviction of felony without reversal or restoration of civil rights as grounds for: RCW 29A.68.020.
Denial of civil rights for conviction of infamous crime: State Constitution Art. 6 § 3.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.086 - Major political party.

RCW 29A.04.086
Major political party.
"Major political party" means a political party whose nominees for president and vice president received at least five percent of the total vote cast at the last presidential election. A political party qualifying as a major political party under this section retains such status until the next presidential election at which the presidential and vice presidential candidates of that party do not achieve at least five percent of the vote.
[ 2013 c 11 § 4; 2004 c 271 § 103.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.091 - Measures.

RCW 29A.04.091
Measures.
"Measure" includes any proposition or question submitted to the voters.
[ 2003 c 111 § 117; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.110. Formerly RCW 29.01.110.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.097 - Minor political party.

RCW 29A.04.097
Minor political party.
"Minor political party" means a political organization other than a major political party.
[ 2003 c 111 § 116. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.100; prior: 1955 c 102 § 8; prior: 1907 c 209 § 26, part; RRS § 5203, part. Formerly RCW 29.01.100.]
NOTES:
Minor party convention: RCW 29A.56.600 through 29A.56.670.
Political parties: Chapter 29A.80 RCW.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.109 - Overseas voter.

RCW 29A.04.109
Overseas voter.
"Overseas voter" means any elector of the state of Washington outside the territorial limits of the United States.
[ 2009 c 369 § 2; 2003 c 111 § 119. Prior: 1987 c 346 § 6. Formerly RCW 29.01.117.]
NOTES:
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.110 - Partisan office.

RCW 29A.04.110
Partisan office.
"Partisan office" means a public office for which a candidate may indicate a political party preference on his or her declaration of candidacy and have that preference appear on the primary and general election ballot in conjunction with his or her name. The following are partisan offices:
(1) United States senator and United States representative;
(2) All state offices, including legislative, except (a) judicial offices and (b) the office of superintendent of public instruction;
(3) All county offices except (a) judicial offices and (b) those offices for which a county home rule charter provides otherwise.
[ 2005 c 2 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004).]
NOTES:
Short title—Intent—Contingent effective date—2005 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 872): See notes following RCW 29A.52.112.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.121 - Precinct.

RCW 29A.04.121
Precinct.
"Precinct" means a geographical subdivision for voting purposes that is established by a county legislative authority.
[ 2003 c 111 § 121; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.120. Prior: 1933 c 1 § 2; RRS § 5114-2; prior: 1915 c 16 § 1; RRS § 5114. Formerly RCW 29.01.120.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.127 - Primary.

RCW 29A.04.127
Primary.
"Primary" or "primary election" means a procedure for winnowing candidates for public office to a final list of two as part of a special or general election. Each voter has the right to cast a vote for any candidate for each office without any limitation based on party preference or affiliation, of either the voter or the candidate.
[ 2005 c 2 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004); 2003 c 111 § 122. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.130; prior: 1907 c 209 § 1, part; RRS § 5177(a). See also 1950 ex.s. c 14 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.01.130.]
NOTES:
Reviser's note: RCW 29A.04.127 was amended by 2005 c 2 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 872) without cognizance of its repeal by 2004 c 271 § 193. For rule of construction, see RCW 1.12.025.
Short title—Intent—Contingent effective date—2005 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 872): See notes following RCW 29A.52.112.
Nonpartisan primaries: RCW 29A.52.210 through 29A.52.240.
Partisan primaries: RCW 29A.52.112 and 29A.52.121.
Presidential primary: RCW 29A.56.010 through 29A.56.060.
Times for holding primaries: RCW 29A.04.311.
[2003 c 111 § 122. Prior: 1965 c 9 § 29.01.130; prior: 1907 c 209 § 1, part; RRS § 5177(a). See also 1950 ex.s. c 14 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.01.130.]
Repealed by 2004 c 271 § 193.
NOTES:
Reviser's note: RCW 29A.04.127 was amended by 2005 c 2 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 872) without cognizance of its repeal by 2004 c 271 § 193. For rule of construction, see RCW 1.12.025.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.133 - Qualified.

RCW 29A.04.133
Qualified.
"Qualified" when pertaining to a winner of an election means that for such election:
(1) The results have been certified;
(2) Any required bond has been posted; and
(3) The winner has taken and subscribed an oath or affirmation in compliance with the appropriate statute, or if none is specified, that he or she will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office to the best of his or her ability. This oath or affirmation shall be administered and certified by any officer or notary public authorized to administer oaths, without charge therefor.
[ 2007 c 374 § 1; 2003 c 111 § 123. Prior: 1979 ex.s. c 126 § 2. Formerly RCW 29.01.135.]
NOTES:
Purpose—1979 ex.s. c 126: See RCW 29A.60.280(1).
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.139 - Recount.

RCW 29A.04.139
Recount.
"Recount" means the process of retabulating ballots and producing amended election returns based on that retabulation, even if the vote totals have not changed.
[ 2003 c 111 § 124. Prior: 2001 c 225 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.01.136.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.145 - Registered voter.

RCW 29A.04.145
Registered voter.
"Registered voter" means any elector who has completed the statutory registration procedures established by this title. The terms "registered voter" and "qualified elector" are synonymous.
[ 2003 c 111 § 125; 1987 c 346 § 7. Formerly RCW 29.01.137.]
NOTES:
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.151 - Residence.

RCW 29A.04.151
Residence.
"Residence" for the purpose of registering and voting means a person's permanent address where he or she physically resides and maintains his or her abode. However, no person gains residence by reason of his or her presence or loses his or her residence by reason of his or her absence:
(1) While employed in the civil or military service of the state or of the United States;
(2) While engaged in the navigation of the waters of this state or the United States or the high seas;
(3) While a student at any institution of learning;
(4) While confined in any public prison.
Absence from the state on business shall not affect the question of residence of any person unless the right to vote has been claimed or exercised elsewhere.
[ 2003 c 111 § 126; 1971 ex.s. c 178 § 1; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.140. Prior: 1955 c 181 § 1; prior: (i) Code 1881 § 3051; 1865 p 25 § 2; RRS § 5110. (ii) Code 1881 § 3053; 1866 p 8 § 11; 1865 p 25 § 4; RRS § 5111. Formerly RCW 29.01.140.]
NOTES:
Residence, contingencies affecting: State Constitution Art. 6 § 4.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.163 - Service voter.

RCW 29A.04.163
Service voter.
"Service voter" means any elector of the state of Washington who is a member of the armed forces under 42 U.S.C. Sec. 1973 ff-6 while in active service, is a member of a reserve component of the armed forces, is a student or member of the faculty at a United States military academy, is a member of the merchant marine of the United States, or is a member of a religious group or welfare agency officially attached to and serving with the armed forces of the United States.
[ 2009 c 369 § 3; 2003 c 111 § 127. Prior: 1991 c 23 § 13; 1987 c 346 § 8. Formerly RCW 29.01.155.]
NOTES:
Legislative intent—Effective date—1987 c 346: See notes following RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.169 - Short term.

RCW 29A.04.169
Short term.
"Short term" means the brief period of time starting upon certification of the general election or issuance of a certificate of election, and ending with the start of the next full term, and is applicable only when there has been a vacancy in the office after the last election at which such office could have been voted upon for an unexpired term. Short term elections are always held in conjunction with elections for the full term for the office.
[ 2013 c 11 § 6; 2003 c 111 § 130; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 120 § 14. Formerly RCW 29.01.180.]
NOTES:
Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 120: See note following RCW 29A.52.210.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.175 - Special election.

RCW 29A.04.175
Special election.
"Special election" means any election that is not a general election and may be held in conjunction with a general election or primary.
[ 2003 c 111 § 129; 1965 c 9 § 29.01.170. Prior: Code 1881 § 3056; 1865 p 27 § 2; RRS § 5155. Formerly RCW 29.01.170.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.180 - Total confinement.

RCW 29A.04.180
Total confinement.
"Total confinement" has the same meaning as in RCW 9.94A.030, but a sentence of total confinement does not include confinement imposed as a sanction for a community custody violation under RCW 9.94A.633(1).
[ 2021 c 10 § 4.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2021 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.08.520.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.205 - State policy.

RCW 29A.04.205
State policy.
It is the policy of the state of Washington to encourage every eligible person to register to vote and to participate fully in all elections, and to protect the integrity of the electoral process by providing equal access to the process while guarding against discrimination and fraud. The election registration laws and the voting laws of the state of Washington must be administered without discrimination based upon race, creed, color, national origin, sex, or political affiliation.
[ 2003 c 111 § 132; 2001 c 41 § 1. Formerly RCW 29.04.001.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.206 - Voters' rights.

RCW 29A.04.206
Voters' rights.
(1) The rights of Washington voters are protected by its constitution and laws and include the following fundamental rights:
(a) The right of qualified voters to vote at all elections;
(b) The right of absolute secrecy of the vote. No voter may be required to disclose political faith or adherence in order to vote;
(c) The right to cast a vote for any candidate for each office without any limitation based on party preference or affiliation, of either the voter or the candidate.
(2) Nothing in subsection (1)(b) or (c) of this section alters or supersedes RCW 29A.56.020 through 29A.56.050, which govern presidential primary elections.
[ 2019 c 7 § 7; 2005 c 2 § 3 (Initiative Measure No. 872, approved November 2, 2004).]
NOTES:
Short title—Intent—Contingent effective date—2005 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 872): See notes following RCW 29A.52.112.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.210 - Registration required—Exception.

RCW 29A.04.210
Registration required—Exception.
Except for service and overseas voters, only persons registered to vote shall be permitted to vote:
(1) At any election held for the purpose of electing persons to public office;
(2) At any recall election of a public officer;
(3) At any election held for the submission of a measure to any voting constituency;
(4) At any primary election.
This section does not apply to elections where being registered to vote is not a prerequisite to voting.
[ 2009 c 369 § 4; 2003 c 111 § 133; 1965 c 9 § 29.04.010. Prior: 1955 c 181 § 8; prior: (i) 1933 c 1 § 22, part; RRS § 5114-22, part. (ii) 1933 c 1 § 23; RRS § 5114-23. See also 1935 c 26 § 3; RRS § 5189. Formerly RCW 29.04.010.]
NOTES:
Overseas, service voters, same ballots as registered voters: RCW 29A.40.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 29A - Elections › Chapter 29A.04 - General Provisions. › 29A.04.216 - County auditor—Duties—Exceptions.

RCW 29A.04.216
County auditor—Duties—Exceptions.
The county auditor of each county shall be ex officio the supervisor of all primaries and elections, general or special, and it shall be the county auditor's duty to provide places for holding such primaries and elections; to provide the supplies and materials necessary for the conduct of elections; and to publish and post notices of calling such primaries and elections in the manner provided by law. The auditor shall also apportion to the county, each city, town, or district, and to the state of Washington, its share of the expense of such primaries and elections. This section does not apply to general or special elections for any city, town, or district that is not subject to RCW 29A.04.321 and 29A.04.330, but all such elections must be held and conducted at the time, in the manner, and by the officials (with such notice, requirements for filing for office, and certifications by local officers) as provided and required by the laws governing such elections. State and federal offices are to be considered one entity for purposes of election cost proration and reimbursement.
[ 2020 c 337 § 3; 2013 c 11 § 7; 2011 c 10 § 6; 2004 c 271 § 104.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2020 c 337: See note following RCW 29A.04.410.
Notice to registered poll voters—Elections by mail—2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.