Clarifies hate crime offenses in Washington state, defining acts and intent.

Clarifies hate crime offenses in Washington state by defining acts such as assault, property damage, and threats. It specifies intent based on perception of the victim's race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or mental, physical, or sensory disability. The bill also outlines penalties and clarifies that hate crime offenses do not preclude other legal remedies.

Clarifies hate crime offenses in Washington state, defining acts and intent.

Clarifies hate crime offenses in Washington state by defining acts such as assault, property damage, and threats. It specifies intent based on perception of the victim's race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, or mental, physical, or sensory disability. The bill also outlines penalties and clarifies that hate crime offenses do not preclude other legal remedies.