WAC 332-08-135   Derelict and abandoned vessel -- Burden of proof.  Who has the burden of proof? Unless otherwise ordered by the presiding officer or required by law, the burden of proof in adjudicative proceedings pursuant to RCW 34.05.413 through 34.05.476 shall be on the department in proceedings concerning the decision to take custody or temporary possession of a vessel or the amount owed to an authorized public entity under chapter 79.100 RCW.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 34.05.220. 08-16-095, § 332-08-135, filed 8/5/08, effective 9/5/08.]