An identification number shall be assigned to any article impounded pursuant to RCW 46.12.310 in accordance with the rules promulgated by the department of licensing prior to:

     (1) The release of the article from the custody of the seizing agency; or

     (2) The use of the article by the seizing agency.

[1979 c 158 § 138; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 91 § 6.]

NOTES:

     Severability -- Effective date -- 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 91: See notes following RCW 46.12.300.