Per RCW 51.48.095​ penalties under chapter 48 shall be adjusted for inflation every three years beginning July 1, 2023.

Self-Insurance Chapter 48 Penalty Table
RCW / Title​ 51.48.017​ ​ Self-Insurer delaying or refusing to pay benefits​ 51.48.030 Failure to keep records and make reports 51.48.040 Inspection of employer's records 51.48.080 Violation of Rules
Effective for penalties requested on or after these dates​:
July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026 $1301; or
25% of amount due
$650 or 200% of the quarterly tax for each occurrence​ $650 per occurrence $1301
July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2026​ $1161; or
25% of amount due 
$580 or 200% of the quarterly tax for each occurrence $580 per occurrence​ $1161
September 1, 2020 – June 30, 2023


$1000; or
25% of amount due 
$500 or 200% of the quarterly tax per occurrence​ $500 per occurrence​ $1000​​