Washington Statutes
§ 46.37.495 — Safety chains for towing.
Washington § 46.37.495
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Wash. Rev. Code § 46.37.495 (2026).
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(1)"Safety chains" means flexible tension members connected from the front portion of the towed vehicle to the rear portion of the towing vehicle for the purpose of retaining connection between towed and towing vehicle in the event of failure of the connection provided by the primary connecting system, as prescribed by rule of the Washington state patrol.
(2)The term "safety chains" includes chains, cables, or wire ropes, or an equivalent flexible member meeting the strength requirements prescribed by rule of the Washington state patrol.
(3)A tow truck towing a vehicle and a vehicle towing a trailer must use safety chains. Failure to comply with this section is a class 1 civil infraction punishable under RCW 7.80.120 .
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§ 7.80.120
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Legislative History
[1995 c 360 s 1.]
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§ 46.01.011
Purpose.§ 46.01.020
Department created.§ 46.01.070
Functions performed by state patrol as agent for director of licenses transferred to department.§ 46.01.100
Organization of department.§ 46.01.110
Rule-making authority.§ 46.01.115
Rules to implement 1998 c 165.§ 46.01.150
Branch offices.§ 46.01.170
Seal.§ 46.01.180
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