Washington does not preempt breed-specific legislation. Some WA cities have or had breed restrictions. RCW 16.08 provides behavior-based dangerous dog law.
Unlike California and Texas, Washington does not prohibit cities from enacting breed-specific legislation (BSL). Some WA cities have or have had breed restrictions (Yakima, Buckley, and others). RCW 16.08 provides a statewide behavior-based dangerous dog framework. A dog that makes an unprovoked attack causing injury may be declared potentially dangerous or dangerous. Owners of dangerous dogs must meet containment and insurance requirements. Check Seattle code for any breed-specific rules.
Dangerous dog violations: misdemeanor to felony depending on severity. BSL violations where enacted: fines and potential seizure.
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