SB 6134-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
Authorizes the canvassing board to issue notice of a class 1 civil infraction under chapter 7.80 RCW to any person challenging the registration of another if the canvassing board determines that the challenger: (1) Failed to exercise reasonable diligence in determining the accuracy of the allegations on which the challenge is based; |
(2) Failed to base the challenge on his or her personal knowledge; |
(3) Who in issuing the challenge, primarily considered the voter's political belief, political activity, or any characteristic protected by the law against discrimination under chapter 49.60 RCW; or |
(4) Issued a challenge in bad faith or in an effort to intimidate, harass, or otherwise deter a properly registered voter from voting. |