Loading chat...
WA SB5290
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jesse Salomon
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Persons charged with certain controlled substance possession offenses in courts of limited jurisdiction may seek dismissal after completing a certified substance use disorder assessment and a court-approved treatment program
-
The assessment must evaluate the person's criminal and substance use history and confirm a substance use disorder requiring treatment
-
Courts shall dismiss charges without prejudice if the individual files the assessment report and proof of treatment completion at or before the readiness hearing, and the court finds the interests of justice warrant dismissal
-
Related nonpossession offenses filed under the same cause number may also be dismissed unless the prosecutor objects
-
Courts must document their reasons for dismissal in writing and on the record
Legislative Description
Allowing persons who complete substance abuse programs to seek dismissal of certain controlled substance related charges.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026