Washington HB1968 amends endangerment laws to exempt certain individuals from criminal liability.

Washington HB1968 modifies the state's endangerment with a controlled substance laws. It exempts employees, interns, volunteers, and contractors of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families from criminal liability if they knowingly or intentionally permit a dependent child or adult to be exposed to fentanyl, synthetic opioids, or substances used in methamphetamine manufacturing. This exemption applies when these individuals are acting within the scope of their roles. Endangerment with a controlled substance remains a class B felony.

Washington HB1968 amends endangerment laws to exempt certain individuals from criminal liability.

Washington HB1968 modifies the state's endangerment with a controlled substance laws. It exempts employees, interns, volunteers, and contractors of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families from criminal liability if they knowingly or intentionally permit a dependent child or adult to be exposed to fentanyl, synthetic opioids, or substances used in methamphetamine manufacturing. This exemption applies when these individuals are acting within the scope of their roles. Endangerment with a controlled substance remains a class B felony.