2014 Amendments to Washington’s Derelict Vessel Act
In April of 2014, Washington amended its Derelict Vessel Act (the “Act”) by implementing Second Substitute House Bill 2457, Chapter 195, Laws of 2014. The amendments to the Act include significant changes to Washington law regarding the insurance of vessels titled or registered in the State, as well as to potential liability associated with the sale of certain vessels within the State of Washington. The key changes to the Act are summarized here: 1. Effective January 1, 20