Audit

Washington State Auditor

SAO-WA

73/100

Summary

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The Washington State Auditor is independently elected statewide to a four-year term and is a constitutional officer. The office performs financial, accountability, and performance audits of state agencies, local governments, and school districts.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 73/100 (good)
73/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length4 years
Removal standardImpeachment only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Revised Code of Washington, Title 43, Chapter 43.09 — Division of Audit
Citation
Wash. Rev. Code §§ 43.09.010-43.09.440
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State agencies, local governments, and school districts