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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Chapter 10.90
Section 10.90.030
 

Title 10 Regulation of Activities

Division VIII. Virtual Currency

Chapter 10.90 Virtual Currency Kiosks

Section 10.90.030 Definitions

The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this section, shall have the meaning ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the definitions in the RCW indicate a different meaning.

  1. “Virtual Currency” means a digital representation of value used as a medium of exchange, a unit of account, or a store of value, but does not have legal tender status as recognized by the United States Government.
  1. “Virtual Currency Kiosk” means an electronic terminal located in an area accessible to the general public which acts as a mechanical agent of the Virtual Currency Kiosk Operator, enabling the exchange of Virtual Currency for money, bank credit, or other virtual currency.
  1. “Virtual Currency Kiosk Operator” means a person or entity that:
    1. knowingly permits the use or installation of a virtual currency kiosk on property owned, leased or controlled by the person or entity;
    1. operates a Virtual Currency Kiosk within the city limits; or
    1. owns a Virtual Currency Kiosk that is either located or operated within city limits.

Date Passed: Monday, June 16, 2025

Effective Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025

ORD C36704 Section 1