(1) The application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit must be made by the snowmobile owner or the owner's authorized representative to the department, county auditor or other agent, or subagent appointed by the director on a form furnished or approved by the department. The application must contain:

(a) The name and address of each owner of the snowmobile; and

(b) Other information the department may require.

(2) The snowmobile owner or the owner's authorized representative shall sign the application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit.

(3) The application for a nonresident temporary snowmobile permit must be accompanied by the nonresident temporary snowmobile permit fee required under RCW 46.17.400, in addition to any other fees or taxes due at the time of application.

(4) Nonresident temporary snowmobile permits:

(a) Are available for snowmobiles owned by residents of another state or Canadian province where registration is not required by law;

(b) Are valid for not more than sixty days; and

(c) Must be carried on the snowmobile at all times during its operation in this state.

Effective date—Intent—Legislation to reconcile chapter 161, Laws of 2010 and other amendments made during the 2010 legislative session—2010 c 161: See notes following RCW 46.04.013.