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WA HB1829
Bill
Status
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Debra Lekanoff
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AI Summary
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Allows tribal courts to file warrants with Washington superior courts, which must issue state arrest warrants for tribal fugitives upon finding probable cause; these warrants expire after six months
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Grants certified tribes (those authorized under the Tribal Law and Order Act to impose sentences over one year or fines over $5,000) full faith and credit for their arrest warrants, enforceable by state peace officers as if they were state warrants
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Requires arrested persons subject to noncertified tribal warrants to appear before a superior court judge the next judicial day, with a custody hearing within 72 hours if not waived
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Gives certified and noncertified tribes standing to participate in state court hearings testing the legality of extradition
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Expands definitions of "oath," "official proceeding," and "juror" in perjury statutes to include federally recognized tribal courts and tribal law
Legislative Description
Concerning tribal warrants.
Last Action
Effective date 7/27/2025.
5/13/2025