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Washington Revised Code Title 76. Forests and Forest Products § 76.48.181. Agencies responsible for enforcement of chapter

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

(1) Primary enforcement responsibility of this chapter belongs with county sheriffs. However, other entities that may enforce this chapter include:

(a) The department;

(b) The Washington state patrol;

(c) County or municipal police forces;

(d) Authorized personnel of the United States forest service; and

(e) Authorized personnel of the department of fish and wildlife.

(2) The legislature encourages county sheriffs' offices to enter into interlocal agreements with these other agencies in order to receive additional assistance with their enforcement responsibilities.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 76. Forests and Forest Products § 76.48.181. Agencies responsible for enforcement of chapter - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-76-forests-and-forest-products/wa-rev-code-76-48-181/

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