If you live or spend time in the Evergreen State, you had better be aware of 10 laws enforced in Washington state.

The laws cover marriage and divorce, guns, drunk driving and marijuana use, taxes, and gambling.

FindLaw, a legal help website, has compiled 10 laws to be aware of if you spend time in Washington State.

Driving Under the Influence. There is a threshold of 0.08% BAC or 5.00 ng/ml of THC, or 0.04% for operators of commercial vehicles. And if you are under age 21, the limit is 0.02%. A DUI will be enhanced if the BAC exceeds 0.15% or if there are minor-aged passengers in the vehicle. An enhanced DUI charge carries harsher penalties. When you drive on Washington roads, you have given implied consent to chemical BAC (breathalyzer) testing.

Cell Phone Use Behind the Wheel.

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