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

RCW Title 46 § 46.61.526: Negligent driving—With a vulnerable user victim—Second degree—Penalties—Definitions

Infraction

What this law says, in plain English

Operating a vehicle negligently and causing substantial bodily harm to a vulnerable road user is an infraction punishable by a fine of $250–$5,000 and 90-day license suspension, or alternative penalties including traffic school and community service.

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