Washington HB1972 amends definitions related to violent offenses, including terms like "violent offense," "serious violent offense," and "persistent.

Washington HB1972 amends definitions related to violent offenses, including terms like "violent offense," "serious violent offense," and "persistent offender." It specifies criteria for offenses such as murder, assault, and kidnapping, and defines terms like "disposable earnings," "risk assessment," and "serious traffic offense." The bill also outlines conditions for offenses committed by individuals in positions of authority, such as teachers or coaches, and those committed by members of criminal street gangs.

Washington HB1972 amends definitions related to violent offenses, including terms like "violent offense," "serious violent offense," and "persistent.

Washington HB1972 amends definitions related to violent offenses, including terms like "violent offense," "serious violent offense," and "persistent offender." It specifies criteria for offenses such as murder, assault, and kidnapping, and defines terms like "disposable earnings," "risk assessment," and "serious traffic offense." The bill also outlines conditions for offenses committed by individuals in positions of authority, such as teachers or coaches, and those committed by members of criminal street gangs.