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Medium-speed electric vehicles in Washington

Traffic InfractionCurrent through 2026 Washington legislative session

Medium-speed electric vehicles is a Traffic Infraction under Washington criminal law, defined by RCW 46.61.723. As a Traffic Infraction, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Washington sets for that offense class. Washington sorts criminal offenses into class A, B, and C felonies, gross misdemeanors, and misdemeanors — a gross misdemeanor is a distinct, more serious rung than a misdemeanor — with maximum penalties set by RCW 9A.20.021.

Defined by RCW 46.61.723.

Common questions about medium-speed electric vehicles in Washington

Is medium-speed electric vehicles a crime in Washington?

Medium-speed electric vehicles is a Traffic Infraction in Washington — a civil violation under chapter 46.63 RCW, not a crime; it carries a monetary penalty, not jail. Governed by RCW 46.61.723.

Which Washington statute covers medium-speed electric vehicles?

Medium-speed electric vehicles is governed by RCW 46.61.723 (Medium-speed electric vehicles).

Legal terms used in this law

This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.