Establishes a gambling treatment diversion court pilot program in Washington.
The bill creates a gambling treatment diversion court pilot program in Washington, to be conducted by the administrative office of the courts. The program aims to treat individuals with problem gambling or disordered gambling who have committed a crime. Eligible participants must not have committed certain violent crimes or have multiple convictions. The program includes treatment, supervision, and restitution. If participants complete the program, their conviction may be discharged. The program must begin by July 1, 2027.
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