WSP says: litter bags required

Fines for littering vary depending on quantity and type of item.

Littering of less than one cubic yard may result in a fine of $95 or more. Littering of tobacco products capable of starting a fire may result in a fine of $950.

The Washington State Patrol contacted 4351 motorists littering in 2001.

Litter bags are available at the following locations: Washington Sate Patrol offices, Lincoln Mercury Dealers of Washington, American Car Care and AAA of Washington.

It is estimated by Ecology that over 16 million pounds of waste are tossed and blown onto interstate, state and county roads (source Ecology webpage) every year.

Programs funded through Ecology to clean up the highways pick up an estimated 25-35 percent of the litter.

Littering violators can be reported by calling 1-866-LITTER-1.