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RCW 46.16A.010 Definitions.
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For the purposes of this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise: (1) "Commercial motor vehicle," for the purposes of requiring a department of transportation number, means the same as defined in RCW 46.25.010(6), or a motor vehicle used in commerce when the motor v…
RCW 46.16A.020 Registration year assigned—Registration month—Registration period—When registration does not expire.
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(1) The department, county auditor or other agent, or subagent appointed by the director shall assign a new registration year to a vehicle if: (a) The registered ownership of the vehicle is being transferred, except as provided in subsection (4) of this section. The renewed vehic…
RCW 46.16A.025 Adjustment of vehicle registration periods to stagger renewal periods.
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The department may by rule extend or reduce vehicle registration periods for the purpose of staggering renewal periods. The rules may exclude any classes or classifications of vehicles from the staggered renewal system and may provide for the gradual introduction of classes or cl…
RCW 46.16A.030 Registration and display of plates required—Penalties—Expired registration, impoundment.
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(1) Vehicles must be registered as required by this chapter and must display license plates or decals assigned by the department. (2) It is unlawful for a person to operate any vehicle on a public highway of this state without having in full force and effect a current and proper …