Learn the current laws and rules for vehicle and boat registration, and view rulemaking activity.
List of rulemaking activity
Rulemaking is how we create or change rules. See the latest rulemaking for vehicle and boat registration.
Current laws and rules
- Washington State motor vehicle laws (RCW 46)
- Department of Licensing rules and regulations (WAC 308)
Explanation of abbreviations
- RCW—Revised Code of Washington (Washington laws)
- WAC—Washington Administrative Code (Washington agency regulations)
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