Establishes liability standards for state prosecutors who release individuals arrested for violent offenses without filing charges.

Washington HB1890 establishes a cause of action for individuals injured by those released from custody before trial due to a prosecutor's failure to file reasonable charges. The bill defines "violent offense" and "state prosecutor" and requires adequate consideration of public harm risks. It mandates that the state or local governmental entity cover defense costs if the officer, employee, or volunteer acted within their duties. The bill also outlines procedures for paying judgments and reimbursing previously paid defense costs.

Establishes liability standards for state prosecutors who release individuals arrested for violent offenses without filing charges.

Washington HB1890 establishes a cause of action for individuals injured by those released from custody before trial due to a prosecutor's failure to file reasonable charges. The bill defines "violent offense" and "state prosecutor" and requires adequate consideration of public harm risks. It mandates that the state or local governmental entity cover defense costs if the officer, employee, or volunteer acted within their duties. The bill also outlines procedures for paying judgments and reimbursing previously paid defense costs.