Revised Code of Washington
2023 Archive

Chapter 18.11 RCW
AUCTIONEERS
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Sections
18.11.050Definitions.
18.11.060Administration of chapterFees.
18.11.070License requiredExceptions.
18.11.075Secondhand property, when exempt.
18.11.085Auctioneer certificate of registrationRequirements.
18.11.095Auction company certificate of registrationRequirements.
18.11.100Nonresident auctioneers and auction companies.
18.11.121Surety bond or security required.
18.11.130Written contract requiredPenalty.
18.11.140Written records requiredPenalty.
18.11.150Display of certificate of registration or renewal card requiredPenalty.
18.11.160LicenseProhibition on issuanceDisciplinary actionLicense suspension.
18.11.170Unauthorized practicePenalties.
18.11.180Compensation of nonlicensed personPenalties.
18.11.190Actions for compensation for services.
18.11.200DirectorAuthority to adopt rules.
18.11.205DirectorAuthority to impose administrative fines.
18.11.210Newspaper advertisementsName and license number requiredPenalty.
18.11.220Rights of clients.
18.11.230Trust account required for client funds.
18.11.240BiddingProhibited practicesPenalty.
18.11.250Limitation on real estate auctions.
18.11.260Application of Consumer Protection Act.
18.11.280Uniform regulation of business and professions act.
18.11.290Military training or experience.
18.11.901Short title.
18.11.903Effective date1986 c 324.
NOTES:
Limitations on power of
cities and towns to regulate auctioneers: RCW 35.21.690.
counties to regulate auctioneers: RCW 36.71.070.
Mock auctions: RCW 9.45.070.
Motor vehicle auction companies, place of business: RCW 46.70.023.
Pawnbrokers and secondhand dealers: Chapter 19.60 RCW.