Electrical work in Washington requires a permit and inspection.
In Washington, the age of consent is 16 years old. This means that individuals who are 16 or older can legally engage in sexual activity with other consenting adults. However, it's important to note that there are certain exceptions to this rule.
Teens 16-17 years old who are emancipated by court order do not have hours of work limitations. They do not need to have a parent/school authorization form. Employers must still obtain a minor work permit and may not work emancipated minors in any prohibited occupation. (RCW 13.64.
Employees who are 14-15 years old can work three hours a day during school weeks, six days a week with a maximum of 21 hours worked per school week. For non-school weeks, they can work six, eight-hour long days with a maximum of 40 hours per week.
Get a minor work permit Before you hire a minor under 14, you must have and post a current minor work permit. See the how to hire a minor page for full details on how to apply. If your business doesn't have a minor work permit, get a Minor Work Permit endorsement on your Washington Business License.
Adolescents and mature minors are legally and ethically authorized to provide informed consent if they are emancipated, and in many states, including Washington, they may provide consent for matters regarding sexual and reproductive health, mental health, and substance abuse.
You may not need a work permit if you are a: Nonimmigrant who is authorized to work in the U.S. for a specific employer. Lawful or conditional permanent resident.
You must have and post a Minor Work Permit for every workplace where you employ one or more people under 18 years of age.
Summary State/territoryBy ageBy authority § Virginia 15 — § Washington — 16 § Washington, D.C. — 16 § West Virginia — —51 more rows
It's a crime to intercept or record a private phone call, in-person conversation, or electronic communication unless everyone in the communication consents. You can read the state law about this at RCW 9.73. 080(1).