Per RCW 51.48.095 penalties under chapter 48 shall be adjusted for inflation every three years beginning July 1, 2023.
| RCW / Title | 51.48.017 Self-Insurer delaying or refusing to pay benefits | 51.48.030 Failure to keep records and make reports | 51.480.040 Inspection of employer's records | 51.48.080 Violation of Rules |
| July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2026 | $1161.00 or 25% of amount due or underpayment made to the claimant |
$580.00 or 200% of the quarterly tax for each offense, whichever is greater | Not to exceed $580.00 for each offense | Not to exceed $1161.00 |
| September 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023 Effective for penalties requested on or after these dates. |
$1000.00 or 25% of amount due or underpayment made to the claimant |
$500.00 or 200% of the quarterly tax for each offense, whichever is greater | Not to exceed $500.00 for each offense | Not to exceed $1000.00 |