Washington Traffic Laws Flashcards
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Under Washington law, when must a driver report a collision to law enforcement?
Answer: When damage exceeds $1,000 or there are injuries or fatalities
Washington requires collision reporting when there are injuries, fatalities, or property damage that appears to exceed $1,000.
How long do Washington drivers have to report a change of address to the DOL after moving?
Answer: 30 days
Washington drivers must notify the Department of Licensing of an address change within 10 days of moving.
What does Washington's implied consent law mean?
Answer: By driving in Washington, you consent to chemical testing if arrested for DUI
Washington's implied consent law means that by operating a vehicle, you automatically consent to chemical testing for alcohol or drugs if a law enforcement officer arrests you for DUI.
In Washington, when driving in a roundabout, who has the right of way?
Answer: Vehicles already circulating inside the roundabout
Vehicles already traveling inside a roundabout have the right of way; entering vehicles must yield before merging.
Washington law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are in use due to:
Answer: Precipitation, smoke, or other conditions requiring wiper use
Washington law requires headlights whenever windshield wipers are needed due to precipitation, smoke, fog, or other conditions reducing visibility.
What penalty does Washington impose for a first-offense DUI?
Answer: Fine, possible jail time, license suspension, and ignition interlock
A first DUI conviction in Washington carries fines, possible jail time, mandatory license suspension, and an ignition interlock device requirement.
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