Washington License Law
A Washington real estate broker who practices without a current license is:
ASubject to civil fines only
BPotentially subject to criminal charges and civil penalties under RCW 18.85✓ Correct
COnly required to retroactively apply for a license within 30 days
DExempt if they only assisted family members
Explanation
Practicing real estate brokerage in Washington without a license violates RCW 18.85 and can result in both civil penalties (fines) and criminal misdemeanor charges. Unlicensed practice is taken seriously by the DOL.
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