(1) Paper ballots may be tabulated at the precinct polling place before the closing of the polls. The tabulation of ballots, paper or otherwise, shall be open to the public, but no persons except those employed and authorized by the county auditor may touch a ballot card or ballot container or operate vote tallying equipment.

     (2) The results of the tabulation of paper ballots at the polls shall be delivered to the county auditor as soon as the tabulation is complete.

[2003 c 111 § 1124; 1990 c 59 § 54. Formerly RCW 29.54.018.]

NOTES:

     Intent -- Effective date -- 1990 c 59: See notes following RCW 29A.04.013.

Divulging ballot count: RCW 29A.84.730.