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Automated license plate reader data in Washington Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Washington legislative session

In Washington criminal law, “Automated license plate reader data” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Washington criminal code.

What does “Automated license plate reader data” mean in Washington criminal law?

"Automated license plate reader data" means all data collected by automated license plate reader systems including, but not limited to, global positioning system coordinates, location, date and time, speed of travel, photograph, license plate number, automobile characteristics, or other identifying information. (RCW 10.130.020)

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