§ 9A.88.140. Vehicle impoundment
(1) Upon an arrest for a suspected violation of patronizing a prostitute or commercial sexual abuse of a minor, the arresting law enforcement officer may impound the person's vehicle if (a) the motor vehicle was used in the commission of the crime; (b) the person arrested is the owner of the vehicle; and (c) the person arrested has previously been convicted of patronizing a prostitute, under RCW 9A.88.110, or commercial sexual abuse of a minor, under RCW 9.68A.100.
(2) Impoundments performed under this section shall be in accordance with chapter 46.55 RCW.
[2007 c 368 § 8; 1999 c 327 § 3.]
Notes:
Findings -- Intent -- 1999 c 327: See note following RCW 9A.88.130.
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Last modified: April 7, 2009