Any parent, guardian, or educational service district superintendent who, without proper cause, fails to carry into effect the provisions of this chapter shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon conviction thereof, upon the complaint of any officer or citizen of the county or state, before any district or superior court, shall be fined in any sum not less than fifty nor more than two hundred dollars.

NOTES:

Intent1987 c 202: See note following RCW 2.04.190.
SeverabilityEffective date1985 c 378: See notes following RCW 72.01.050.
Effective date1969 ex.s. c 176: See note following RCW 72.40.060.
Rights preservedSeverability1969 ex.s. c 176: See notes following RCW 28A.310.010.

Terms Used In Washington Code 72.40.100

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.