Chapter 18.44 RCW

ESCROW AGENT REGISTRATION ACT

Sections

DEFINITIONS
HTMLPDF 18.44.011Definitions.
LICENSING
HTMLPDF 18.44.021License requiredExceptions.
HTMLPDF 18.44.023Multistate licensing systemDirector's discretion.
HTMLPDF 18.44.031LicenseApplication, requisites.
HTMLPDF 18.44.041Branch officesApplication to establishRequirements.
HTMLPDF 18.44.051Branch officesIssuance of license.
HTMLPDF 18.44.061Change in business location, office location, business nameWritten notice required.
HTMLPDF 18.44.071Escrow officer required for handling transactionsResponsibility of designated escrow officerBranch escrow officers.
HTMLPDF 18.44.081Escrow officer's licenseApplicationFormTimely filingProof of moral character, etc.
HTMLPDF 18.44.091LicenseFeesRenewal.
HTMLPDF 18.44.101LicenseRetention and display by agentTerminationInactive licenses.
HTMLPDF 18.44.111LicensesForm and sizeContents.
HTMLPDF 18.44.121Fees.
HTMLPDF 18.44.127Certificate of registration suspensionNoncompliance with support orderReissuance.
HTMLPDF 18.44.131License applicationIssuance.
HTMLPDF 18.44.141LicenseDurationPosting.
HTMLPDF 18.44.151LicenseExpiration and renewalFee.
HTMLPDF 18.44.161LicenseReinstatement.
HTMLPDF 18.44.171Engaging in business without licensePenalty.
HTMLPDF 18.44.181Proof of licensure prerequisite to action for fee.
HTMLPDF 18.44.191DirectorEducational conferencesExaminations.
HTMLPDF 18.44.195Examination.
BONDING
HTMLPDF 18.44.201Financial responsibilityFidelity bondErrors and omissions policySurety bond.
HTMLPDF 18.44.211Cancellation of fidelity bond or surety bond, or bothNew bond required.
HTMLPDF 18.44.221Waiver of bond or policy where not reasonably availableDetermination procedureWaiver period.
HTMLPDF 18.44.231Corporation for insuring where bond or policy not reasonably available.
HTMLPDF 18.44.241Waiver of errors and omissions policy requirementCriteria.
HTMLPDF 18.44.251WaiverAffidavit.
HTMLPDF 18.44.261WaiverDetermination.
HTMLPDF 18.44.270Application of administrative procedure act.
HTMLPDF 18.44.271WaiverCertificate of waiver.
HTMLPDF 18.44.281WaiverDenial.
HTMLPDF 18.44.291WaiverApplication by escrow license applicant.
PROHIBITED PRACTICES
HTMLPDF 18.44.301Prohibited practices.
HTMLPDF 18.44.305Financial interest in an escrow agentProhibited practices.
HTMLPDF 18.44.311Prohibited employment practices.
ENFORCEMENT
HTMLPDF 18.44.400Records and accountsSegregation and disbursements of fundsViolation of section, penalties.
HTMLPDF 18.44.410Powers of director.
HTMLPDF 18.44.413Informal settlement of complaints or enforcement actions.
HTMLPDF 18.44.420Investigation of violationsProcedurePowers of director.
HTMLPDF 18.44.425Subpoena authorityApplicationContentsNoticeFees.
HTMLPDF 18.44.430Actions against licenseGrounds.
HTMLPDF 18.44.440ViolationsCease and desist orders.
HTMLPDF 18.44.450Referral fees prohibitedConsumer protection actApplication.
HTMLPDF 18.44.455Possession of property and businessGrounds for director's authority.
HTMLPDF 18.44.457Possession of property and businessScope of director's authority.
HTMLPDF 18.44.460License suspensionNonpayment or default on educational loan or scholarship.
HTMLPDF 18.44.465Termination of licenseEffect upon preexisting escrowsNotice to principals.
HTMLPDF 18.44.470Receivership.
HTMLPDF 18.44.480RemediesAffecting corporate franchise.
HTMLPDF 18.44.490Authority to prosecuteGrants of injunctive relief, temporary restraining orders.
ESCROW ADVISORY COMMITTEE
HTMLPDF 18.44.500Committee to advise directorMembersCompensation and travel expenses.
HTMLPDF 18.44.510Compensation and travel expenses of committee members.
MISCELLANEOUS
HTMLPDF 18.44.901Construction1965 c 153.
HTMLPDF 18.44.902Short title.