RCW 46.74.010 Definitions. The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. (1) “Persons with special transportation needs” has the same meaning as provided in RCW 81.66.010. (2) “Ride sharing” means a carpool or vanpool arrangement whereby one or more groups not exceeding 15 persons each including the drivers, […]
RCW 46.74.020 Exclusion from for hire vehicle laws. Ride-sharing vehicles are not deemed for hire vehicles and do not fall within the provisions of chapter 46.72 RCW or any other provision of Title 46 RCW affecting for hire vehicles, whether or not the ride-sharing operator receives compensation. [ 1979 c 111 § 2.] NOTES: Severability—1979 […]
RCW 46.74.030 Operators. The operator and the driver of a ride-sharing vehicle shall be held to a reasonable and ordinary standard of care, and are not subject to ordinances or regulations which relate exclusively to the regulation of drivers or owners of motor vehicles operated for hire, or other common carriers or public transit carriers. […]
