Washington HB1159 amends the crime of endangerment with a controlled substance to include exposure to certain chemicals used in methamphetamine.

Washington HB1159 modifies the definition of endangerment with a controlled substance to include exposure to chemicals used in methamphetamine manufacturing. It specifies that knowingly or recklessly permitting a dependent person to be exposed to or ingest certain chemicals is a crime. The bill also outlines affirmative defenses, such as when the controlled substance was administered in the course of health care or obtained through a valid prescription.

Washington HB1159 amends the crime of endangerment with a controlled substance to include exposure to certain chemicals used in methamphetamine.

Washington HB1159 modifies the definition of endangerment with a controlled substance to include exposure to chemicals used in methamphetamine manufacturing. It specifies that knowingly or recklessly permitting a dependent person to be exposed to or ingest certain chemicals is a crime. The bill also outlines affirmative defenses, such as when the controlled substance was administered in the course of health care or obtained through a valid prescription.