# WAC 326-02-060: WAC 326-02-060. Factors considered in determining penalties

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_326_02_060

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 326-02-060
- **Heading:** WAC 326-02-060. Factors considered in determining penalties
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 326 / Chapter 326-02 / Section 326-02-060

## Text

In determining the nature of the penalty and monetary amount, if any, of a penalty to be imposed, the factors which may be considered include, but are not limited to:
(1) The potential harm to the certified or noncertified business;
(2) Potential harm to the state, due to delay or other problems;
(3) The potential for harm to the public;
(4) Whether the violation occurs in the context of particular contract;
(5) The stage or percent of completion of a contract at which the violation occurs;
(6) The timing of the discovery of the violation;
(7) The contracting history of the alleged violator;
(8) The extent to which the alleged violator has cooperated with the investigation;
(9) Whether there have been previous violations by the person.

## Nearby sections

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- [WAC 326-02-020 WAC 326-02-020. Applicability](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_326_02_020.md)
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