The Three-Strike System
How Washington's Intermediate License violations impact your driving future
⚡ STRIKE ONE: Warning Letter to Parents
What Happens in Washington:
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DOL sends letter to parents/guardians
Washington Department of Licensing notifies them immediately -
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Violation recorded permanently
Stays on your driving record for 7 years -
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Enumclaw-area fines are steep
$136+ for most violations, up to $550 for serious offenses
Common First Strike Violations in Enumclaw:
RCW 46.61.672 - Distracted driving
Extra penalties with passengers under 21
Intermediate license restriction violation
RUBIX:
"Here's a pro tip from someone who's been through it all!"
⚠️ Reality Check: Your parents see EVERYTHING - the violation, the fine amount, and exactly where it happened!
🚨 STRIKE TWO: License Suspension
6 MONTHS
or until age 18 (whichever comes first)
What You Lose in Enumclaw:
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NO driving anywhere
Not to school, work, or sports - ZERO exceptions -
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Back to Metro buses & Light Rail
$2.75 per ride adds up fast -
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Insurance skyrockets
Average teen insurance in WA: $4,000+/year after suspension
Real Enumclaw Teen Impact:
📚 Can't drive to Green River College Running Start = missed college credits
💼 Can't drive to Buckley job = lost income & experience
⚽ Can't drive to practice = off the team
🎭 Can't drive to activities = missed opportunities
🧪 Must retake all tests = $150+ in fees
🎯 Washington Law: If you're 17.5 when suspended, you can't drive again until 18!
💀 STRIKE THREE: LICENSE REVOKED
REVOKED
Until Age 18
NO EXCEPTIONS. NO HARDSHIP LICENSE. NOTHING.
If you're 16, that's 2 FULL YEARS without driving.
If you're 17, that's still 1 FULL YEAR of no driving.
No driving to school
Enumclaw traffic = 2+ hours on buses daily
No driving to work
Limited to bus routes = fewer job options
No freedom at all
Your life = dependent on others
💭 Enumclaw Reality Check
Think about it: Is sending that Snapchat, racing on SR-410, or showing off in the school parking lot worth losing your license for YEARS?
✅ The Smart Move: Follow EVERY Washington law, EVERY time.
Your future self will thank you!