The consumers of this state have a right to be protected from unfair or deceptive acts or practices when they enter into contracts with contractors. The fact that a contractor is found to have committed a misdemeanor or infraction under this chapter shall be deemed to affect the public interest and shall constitute a violation of chapter 19.86 RCW. The surety bond shall not be liable for monetary penalties or violations of chapter 19.86 RCW.
RCW 18.27.350
Violations—Consumer Protection Act.
Applied in 7 court decisions — leading case 84 Wash. App. 511 - Anderson v. Valley Quality Homes, Inc. (1997)
Most recently applied in Rawe v. Bosnar (March 2012)
1986 c 197 s 11.
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