WA SB5705

Second or subsequent violations within a two-year period for following too closely, unreasonable speed, speeding 10+ mph over the limit, seat belt violations, and negligent driving in the second degree are subject to double the base penalty fine

Courts may waive or reduce the doubled penalty but cannot go below the base penalty amount for a first violation

Negligent driving in the second degree penalty is set at $250 for first offense and $500 for second or subsequent violations within two years

Personal electronic device use while driving in a school, playground, or crosswalk speed zone is subject to twice the standard penalty, which cannot be waived, reduced, or suspended

Following too closely when the vehicle ahead is a vulnerable user (pedestrians, cyclists, etc.) carries an additional mandatory fine equal to the base penalty, deposited into the vulnerable roadway user education account