Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 46, Motor Vehicles
RCW Title 46 § 46.16A.340: Temporary permits for nonresident members of armed forces—Fee—Rules
What this law says, in plain English
Nonresident U.S. armed forces members may obtain a 45-day temporary permit to operate recently purchased vehicles in Washington while arranging out-of-state registration. The permit must be visibly displayed and exempts the vehicle from certain taxes unless it remains in-state beyond 45 days or returns within one year.
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