1. (1) Pursuant to RCW 69.51A.240, unlawful access to the database is a class C felony.

2. (2) If the department or vendor determines a person or entity has intentionally, knowingly, or negligently accessed, used or disclosed database information in violation of chapter 69.51A RCW or this chapter, the department may take action including, but not limited to:

   1. (a) Terminating access to the database;
   2. (b) Filing a complaint with appropriate health profession disciplining authority; or
   3. (c) Reporting the violation to the appropriate government agency, including WSLCB or law enforcement.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 69.51A.230. WSR 16-11-086, § 246-71-110, filed 5/17/16, effective 6/17/16.]