Reckless operation of a tank vessel — Penalty.

RCW 90.56.530
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(1) A person commits the crime of reckless operation of a tank vessel if, while (a) navigating a tank vessel, (b) piloting a tank vessel, or (c) on the vessel control bridge and in control of the motion, direction, or speed of a tank vessel, the person, with recklessness as defined in RCW 9A.08.010 , causes a release of oil. (2) Reckless operation of a tank vessel is a class C felony under chapter 9A.20 RCW. (1) A person commits the crime of reckless operation of a tank vessel if, while (a) navigating a tank vessel, (b) piloting a tank vessel, or (c) on the vessel control bridge and in control of the motion, direction, or speed of a tank vessel, the person, with recklessness as defined in RCW 9A.08.010 , causes a release of oil. (2) Reckless operation of a tank vessel is a class C felony under chapter 9A.20 RCW.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=90.56&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026

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