Section 18.320.020 - Application of consumer protection act(1) The legislature finds that the practices covered by this chapter are matters vitally affecting the public interest for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW. A violation of this chapter is not reasonable in relation to the development and preservation of business and is an unfair or deceptive act in trade or commerce and an unfair method of competition for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW.(2) Remedies available under chapter 19.86 RCW for a violation of this chapter do not affect any other remedy available under the law.Added by 2011 c 89,§ 3, eff. 1/1/2012.Effective date- 2011 c 89 : See note following RCW 18.320.005.