Section 77.15.540. Unlawful use of a commercial fishery license—Penalty.  


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  • (1) A person who holds a fishery license required by chapter 77.65 RCW, or who holds an operator's license and is designated as an alternate operator on a fishery license required by chapter 77.65 RCW, is guilty of unlawful use of a commercial fishery license if the person:
    (a) Does not have the commercial fishery license or operator's license in possession during fishing or delivery; or
    (b) Violates any rule of the department regarding the use, possession, display, or presentation of the person's license, decals, or vessel numbers.
    (2) Unlawful use of a commercial fishery license is a misdemeanor.