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Washington Revised Code Title 46. Motor Vehicles § 46.61.740. Theft of motor vehicle fuel

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) Any person who refuses to pay or evades payment for motor vehicle fuel that is pumped into a motor vehicle is guilty of theft of motor vehicle fuel. A violation of this subsection is a gross misdemeanor punishable under chapter 9A.20 RCW.

(2) The court shall order the department to suspend the person's license, permit, or nonresident privilege to drive for a period specified by the court of up to six months.

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