The term "taxes" as used in RCW 4.24.140 shall include:(1) Any and all tax assessments lawfully made whether they be based upon a return or other disclosure of the taxpayer, upon information and belief of the taxing authority, or otherwise;(2) Any and all penalties lawfully imposed pursuant to a tax statute;(3) Interest charges lawfully added to the tax liability which constitutes the subject of the action.[ 1951 c 166 s 2. Formerly RCW 4.24.140, part.]