(1) The department is authorized to administratively reinstate the license of a person suspended pursuant to RCW 46.20.289(1) prior to January 1, 2023, because the person:

Terms Used In Washington Code 46.20.313

  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(a) Failed to respond to a notice of traffic infraction for a moving violation;
(b) Failed to appear at a requested hearing for a moving violation;
(c) Violated a written promise to appear in court for a notice of infraction for a moving violation; or
(d) Failed to comply with the terms of a notice of traffic infraction.
(2) No later than 90 days after January 1, 2023, the department shall:
(a) Take reasonable steps to publicize the availability of relief to reinstate a suspended license as provided in this section; and
(b) Create an online application process for persons whose licenses are suspended and may be eligible for reinstatement as provided in this section. The online application process shall allow a person to determine whether the person is eligible to have his or her license reinstated and explain the process for reinstatement. A reissue fee as provided in RCW 46.20.311 shall apply.
(3) A reissue fee as provided in RCW 46.20.311 shall apply to any license reinstated under this section.

NOTES:

Effective date—2021 c 240: See note following RCW 46.63.060.
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