Washington Statutes

§ 46.37.490 — Safety load chains and devices required.

Washington § 46.37.490
JurisdictionWashington
Title 46MOTOR VEHICLES
Ch. 46.37VEHICLE LIGHTING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT

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Wash. Rev. Code § 46.37.490 (2026).

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It shall be unlawful to operate any vehicle upon the public highways of this state without having the load thereon securely fastened and protected by safety chains or other device. The chief of the Washington state patrol is hereby authorized to adopt and enforce reasonable rules and regulations as to what shall constitute adequate and safe chains or other devices for the fastening and protection of loads upon vehicles. Construction — Application of rules — Severability — 1987 c 330: See notes following RCW 28B.12.050 .

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§ 28B.12.050
Washington § 28B.12.050

Legislative History

[1987 c 330 s 727;1961 c 12 s 46.37.490. Prior:1937 c 189 s 43; RRS s 6360-43;1927 c 309 s 18; RRS s 6362-18. Formerly RCW46.36.110.]

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