Carrying on Vehicle Exterior – RCW 46.61.660 WA Law
In Washington, safety laws extend beyond seatbelts and speed limits. One lesser-known but important regulation is RCW 46.61.660, which prohibits carrying persons or animals on the outside...
Embracing Another While Driving in Washington – RCW 46.61.665 Explained
In Washington, holding or embracing another person while driving may not just be unsafe — it could also be illegal. RCW 46.61.665, a rarely discussed statute,...
Driving with Wheels Off Roadway in Washington – RCW 46.61.670
Most drivers don’t think twice about drifting slightly off the road — but in Washington, even a single wheel leaving the paved or gravel surface of a...
Mudslide Disrupts I-90 Travel West of Snoqualmie Pass
A significant mudslide near Snoqualmie Pass disrupted eastbound travel on Interstate 90 on Monday night, leading to overnight closures and considerable delays. The incident highlights...
Washington’s All-Party Consent Recording Law: What RCW 9.73.030 Means
Washington is one of the few states with an all-party consent law for recording communications. Under RCW 9.73.030, it is generally illegal to record or intercept private conversations or...
Washington Lawyer Third‑Party Neutral Duties Under RPC 2.4
Introduction In many legal matters, attorneys act not as advocates, but as neutral facilitators — a role formally recognized under Washington's Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC)...
Christmas Lights on Cars — What WAC 204-21-230 Means for Holiday Decorations
As the holiday season rolls around, many people enjoy decorating their cars — stringing up Christmas lights, draping tinsel, or illuminating a vehicle in a...
Understanding RCW 9.73.010: Divulging Telegram in Washington Law
In Washington State, privacy in communications has long been recognized as an essential legal and ethical standard. While modern technology dominates today's communication, certain laws...
Understanding RCW 18.185.005: Washington Bail Bond Regulation
RCW 18.185.005 is a key provision in Washington State law that outlines the legislature's intent to create a uniform licensing system for bail bond agents and agencies....
Understanding Washington Lawyer Evaluations for Third‑Parties (RPC 2.3)
Introduction Under Washington law, a lawyer is sometimes asked to provide an evaluation relating to a client’s affairs not just for the client’s benefit —...