§ 46.61.685. Leaving children unattended in standing vehicle with motor running -- Penalty
(1) It is unlawful for any person, while operating or in charge of a vehicle, to park or willfully allow such vehicle to stand upon a public highway or in a public place with its motor running, leaving a minor child or children under the age of sixteen years unattended in the vehicle.
(2) Any person violating this section is guilty of a misdemeanor. Upon a second or subsequent conviction for a violation of this section, the department shall revoke the operator's license of such person.
[2003 c 53 § 246; 1990 c 250 § 57; 1961 c 151 § 2. Formerly RCW 46.56.230.]
Notes:
Rules of court: Bail in criminal traffic offense cases -- Mandatory appearance -- CrRLJ 3.2.
Intent -- Effective date -- 2003 c 53: See notes following RCW 2.48.180.
Severability -- 1990 c 250: See note following RCW 46.16.301.
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