Deliberately impeding other voters from casting their votes by refusing to leave a voting booth or voting device is a misdemeanor and is subject to the penalties provided in chapter 9A.20 RCW. Election officers may provide assistance in the manner provided by RCW 29A.40.160 to any voter who requests it.

[2011 c 10 § 71; 2003 c 111 § 2123. Prior: 1990 c 59 § 49. Formerly RCW 29.51.221.]

NOTES:

     Notice to registered poll voters -- Elections by mail -- 2011 c 10: See note following RCW 29A.04.008.

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