Law by state · WA
Tipping and service-charge law in Washington
Washington requires that any portion of an automatic service charge that is not clearly designated as retained by the employer be paid to the employees serving the customer.
Source: RCW 49.46.160 · Verified 2026-09
Washington requires the percentage of a service charge paid to employees to be disclosed on the menu and on the receipt.
Source: RCW 49.46.160 · Verified 2026-09
Where to file
As a customer
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