SB5081 revises unattended motor vehicle provisions, exempting locked vehicles with remote-started engines from being considered unattended.

SB5081 amends the definition of unattended motor vehicles, exempting those locked with engines started by remote control. It mandates compliance with specific RCW sections if a remotely started vehicle strikes another or causes injury or damage. The bill also updates the requirements for leaving a vehicle unattended, including locking the ignition and removing the key.

SB5081 revises unattended motor vehicle provisions, exempting locked vehicles with remote-started engines from being considered unattended.

SB5081 amends the definition of unattended motor vehicles, exempting those locked with engines started by remote control. It mandates compliance with specific RCW sections if a remotely started vehicle strikes another or causes injury or damage. The bill also updates the requirements for leaving a vehicle unattended, including locking the ignition and removing the key.