Washington HB2005 establishes penalties for criminal acts causing damage to electric vehicle charging stations.

Washington HB2005 adds a new section to chapter 46.61 RCW, criminalizing intentional damage to electric vehicle charging stations. Acts such as cutting wires, tampering, or stealing the station are punishable by fines and restitution. The severity of the penalty depends on the value of the damaged station and infrastructure, ranging from a gross misdemeanor to a class B felony. Additionally, violators may face civil damages up to $5,000 and legal costs. If the violation occurs on state property, an extra $100 fine is directed to the multimodal transportation account.

Washington HB2005 establishes penalties for criminal acts causing damage to electric vehicle charging stations.

Washington HB2005 adds a new section to chapter 46.61 RCW, criminalizing intentional damage to electric vehicle charging stations. Acts such as cutting wires, tampering, or stealing the station are punishable by fines and restitution. The severity of the penalty depends on the value of the damaged station and infrastructure, ranging from a gross misdemeanor to a class B felony. Additionally, violators may face civil damages up to $5,000 and legal costs. If the violation occurs on state property, an extra $100 fine is directed to the multimodal transportation account.