(1) The department may issue aquatic invasive species prevention permits to operators of vessels and aquatic conveyances.

Terms Used In Washington Code 77.135.210

  • Ex officio: Literally, by virtue of one's office.
  • 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
(2) A person must obtain a Washington state aquatic invasive species prevention permit for each seaplane or vessel registered in another state, before placing or operating such a vessel or seaplane on any water body in the state.
(3) The valid aquatic invasive species prevention permit must be present and readily available for inspection by a fish and wildlife officer or ex officio fish and wildlife officer at the location where the vessel or seaplane is placed or operated.
(4) Aquatic invasive species prevention permits for conveyances listed in subsection (2) of this section are not transferable.