Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 46, Motor Vehicles
RCW Title 46 § 46.96.040: Determination of good cause, good faith—Petition, notice, decision, appeal
What this law says, in plain English
A motor vehicle dealer notified of franchise termination may petition the department to determine if the manufacturer had good cause and good faith. The franchise remains active during the hearing and any appeal to superior court, up to 180 days from the judge's decision.
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