Washington HB1591 provides remedies for defendant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.

Washington HB1591 allows courts to reduce sentences or impose alternatives for defendants who were victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking at the time of the offense. The court may consider mitigating factors like the defendant's victimization and its impact on their criminal conduct. The bill also allows for the vacation of convictions for certain offenses if the defendant meets eligibility criteria. This includes victims of sex trafficking, prostitution, or commercial sexual abuse of a minor.

Washington HB1591 provides remedies for defendant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.

Washington HB1591 allows courts to reduce sentences or impose alternatives for defendants who were victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking at the time of the offense. The court may consider mitigating factors like the defendant's victimization and its impact on their criminal conduct. The bill also allows for the vacation of convictions for certain offenses if the defendant meets eligibility criteria. This includes victims of sex trafficking, prostitution, or commercial sexual abuse of a minor.