# RCW 17.24.031: RCW 17.24.031: Determination of origin

> Washington · Statutes · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S031

## Section

- **Citation:** RCW 17.24.031
- **Heading:** RCW 17.24.031: Determination of origin
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Code / Title 17 / Chapter 24 / Section 031

## Text

The director may demand of a person who has in his or her possession or under his or her control, plants, bees, plant products, or other articles that may carry plant pests, bee pests, or noxious weeds, full information as to the origin and source of these items. Failure to provide that information, if known, may subject the person to a civil penalty.

## Nearby sections

- [RCW 17.24.003 RCW 17.24.003: Purpose.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S003.md)
- [RCW 17.24.007 RCW 17.24.007: Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S007.md)
- [RCW 17.24.011 RCW 17.24.011: Regulation of plant, plant product, bee movement, and genetically engineered organisms.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S011.md)
- [RCW 17.24.021 RCW 17.24.021: Inspection and investigation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S021.md)
- [RCW 17.24.031 RCW 17.24.031: Determination of origin.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S031.md)
- [RCW 17.24.041 RCW 17.24.041: Power to adopt quarantine measures—Rules.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S041.md)
- [RCW 17.24.051 RCW 17.24.051: Introduction of plant pests, noxious weeds, or organisms affecting plant life—Special transit permit for brush, yard waste, or debris generated inside a quarantine area for apple maggot.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S051.md)
- [RCW 17.24.061 RCW 17.24.061: Protection of privileged or confidential information—Procedure—Notice—Declaratory judgment.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S061.md)
- [RCW 17.24.071 RCW 17.24.071: Compliance agreements.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S071.md)
- [RCW 17.24.081 RCW 17.24.081: Prohibited acts.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S081.md)
- [RCW 17.24.091 RCW 17.24.091: Impound and disposition.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S091.md)
- [RCW 17.24.100 RCW 17.24.100: Penalties—Second and subsequent offenses.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S100.md)
- [RCW 17.24.101 RCW 17.24.101: Statewide survey and control activity.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S101.md)
- [RCW 17.24.111 RCW 17.24.111: Director's cooperation with other agencies.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_T17_C24_S111.md)

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