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WA HB1074

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cyndy Jacobsen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds hit and run resulting in death (RCW 46.52.020(4)(a)) to the list of felonies ineligible for first-time offender sentencing waivers in Washington State

  • First-time offender waivers allow courts to impose sentences below the standard range, including up to 90 days confinement and up to 6 months of community custody

  • Currently excluded offenses include violent crimes, sex offenses, certain drug manufacturing/delivery crimes, and felony DUI

  • Amends RCW 9.94A.650, the statute governing first-time offender sentencing alternatives

Legislative Description

Excluding any person who is convicted of a hit and run resulting in death from being eligible for a first-time offender waiver.

Last Action

By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Community Safety1/13/2025

Full Bill Text

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