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Driver Qualification:

Washington has adopted Part 391 with some exceptions. For example, intrastate drivers may be at least 18 years of age, instead of 21. Also, as of June 13, 2002, all breath alcohol technicians and medical review officers must report all people holding a Washington state commercial driver’s license who have a confirmed positive drug or alcohol test to the Washington Department of Licensing within three business days of the test.

Hours of Service:

The Washington State patrol has adopted federal regulations regarding hours of service with certain exceptions for logging, dump truck, and agricultural operations. For example, an intrastate driver who is hauling logs or is driving a dump truck, or a driver who is hauling agricultural products from the point of production on farms, isn't permitted to drive more than 12 hours following 8 consecutive hours off duty.

Parts and Accessories:

Washington has adopted Part 393 of the Federal Regulations in its entirety. A backup alert device or rear cross-view mirrors must be mounted on a truck with a cube-style, walk-in cargo box up to 18 feet long.

Crash reports are available from:

Washington State Patrol
Collision Records Section
P.O. Box 42628
Olympia, WA 98504-2628
(360) 570-5200


If you have been involved in a truck accident in Washington, contact one of our Washington lawyers or attorneys to help you with more information or to answer any questions you have.

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