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WA HB1378
Bill
Status
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Clyde Shavers
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AI Summary
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Vehicles used in attempting to elude police are subject to impoundment, and repeat offenders face vehicle forfeiture after conviction; forfeited vehicles may be retained by law enforcement or sold to fund traffic safety programs
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Mandatory electronic monitoring required as a condition of pretrial release for persons charged with attempting to elude a police vehicle or resisting arrest, with proof of device installation due within 5 business days
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Vehicles impounded for attempting to elude police cannot be redeemed by the driver/owner for 72 hours; non-owner registered owners or legal owners may redeem sooner
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Offenders convicted of attempting to elude police receive one year of mandatory community custody (parole) with required electronic monitoring for the duration
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Juveniles adjudicated for attempting to elude police face mandatory parole programs and must submit to electronic monitoring for the full parole term
Legislative Description
Concerning penalties related to eluding police vehicles and resisting arrest.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026