Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 46, Motor Vehicles

RCW Title 46 § 46.29.180: Application to nonresidents, unlicensed drivers, unregistered vehicles, and accidents in other states

What this law says, in plain English

Drivers unlicensed or with unregistered vehicles involved in accidents in-state must meet licensing requirements before obtaining a license. States share suspension records for nonresidents and residents who fail to post accident security deposits.

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