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PDC finds violations in multiple late-filer cases; standard suspended fines ordered
Summary
The commission adjudicated multiple cases in which candidates filed required C-1 and F-1 reports after the May 23 deadline but before the hearing; the chair assessed standard fines (commonly $300 per case with $100 suspended) and included a proviso voiding orders if a candidate timely withdraws.
Jordan (PDC staff) presented a group of respondents who had filed both C-1 and F-1 reports before the hearing but after the statutory deadline. The staff recommended finding violations under RCW 42.17A.205 and .700 and assessing penalties consistent with WAC 390-37-143; Chair Leach found the violations in each listed matter and imposed a $300 penalty per case with a $100 suspension conditioned on payment of $200 within 30 days and no further violations for four years.
Chair Leach instructed that each order include a proviso specifying the order shall be void if the candidate files a valid withdrawal under statute or PDC policy. The group included dozens of named respondents (staff read a roll of names on the record) who were not present at the hearing but had cured filings prior to the calendar date.
Why it matters: The PDC used a consistent approach to multiple similar fact patterns, showing the commission’s reliance on WAC guidance for first-time late filings cured before a hearing and the routine application of conditional suspensions.
What comes next: Written orders will be issued in each case specifying the payment and filing conditions; affected respondents will receive notice and may contact the assigned staff person for instructions.
