Established during the 2007 Regular Legislative Session through Engrossed 3rd Substitute House Bill 1001 (the Elizabeth Nowak-Washington Auto Theft Prevention Act),  the mission of the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority is to prevent and reduce motor vehicle thefts and other associated crime in the State of Washington. The WATPA’s goal is to combat auto theft through Law Enforcement, Investigation, Prosecution, Confinement, Education and Prevention.
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The Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) currently has two Grant Opportunities open. The 2009 Equipment and Technology Grant Period ends Feb. 17. The 2009-2010 General Grant Period ends March 16.              
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Washington State ranked seventh in the United States in 2007 with 37,622 cars stolen. Click below to learn how this number affect things such as your insurance rates, what are the top cars stolen in Washington and other data relating to auto theft both within our state and nation-wide.
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Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority
3060 Willamette Dr. NE
Suite 101
Lacey, WA 98516
Main Line: 360-292-7900
Fax: 360-292-7269