Washington HB2729 aims to address repeat theft and related property offenses by imposing mandatory minimum sentences and promoting diversion programs.

Washington HB2729 seeks to combat repeat theft and related property offenses by imposing mandatory minimum sentences for repeat offenders and encouraging diversion programs. The bill defines "community-safety crimes" as nonviolent misdemeanors or gross misdemeanors that, when committed repeatedly, pose risks to public safety and economic security. A "repeat offender" is defined as someone aged 18 or older convicted of two or more such crimes within two years.

Washington HB2729 aims to address repeat theft and related property offenses by imposing mandatory minimum sentences and promoting diversion programs.

Washington HB2729 seeks to combat repeat theft and related property offenses by imposing mandatory minimum sentences for repeat offenders and encouraging diversion programs. The bill defines "community-safety crimes" as nonviolent misdemeanors or gross misdemeanors that, when committed repeatedly, pose risks to public safety and economic security. A "repeat offender" is defined as someone aged 18 or older convicted of two or more such crimes within two years.