7.84.020 - "Infraction" defined.

"Infraction" defined.

Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definition in this section applies throughout this chapter.

     "Infraction" means an offense which, by the terms of Title 76, 77, 79, or 79A RCW or *chapter 43.30 RCW and rules adopted under these titles and chapters, is declared not to be a criminal offense and is subject to the provisions of this chapter.

[2003 c 39 § 3; 1999 c 249 § 503; 1993 c 244 § 3; 1987 c 380 § 2.]

Notes: *Reviser's note: Chapter 43.30 RCW was recodified or repealed in its entirety by chapter 334, Laws of 2003. See Comparative Table for chapter 43.30 RCW in the Table of Disposition of Former RCW Sections, Volume 0.

Severability -- 1999 c 249: See note following RCW 79A.05.010.

Intent -- 1993 c 244: See note following RCW 79A.60.010.