WA SB5715

Allows incarcerated individuals sentenced before July 23, 2023, whose sentences were lengthened by juvenile adjudication "points," to petition for resentencing hearings beginning January 1, 2026

Establishes phased eligibility based on time served: 50% or 15 years until July 2027; 25% or 10 years after July 2027; 10% or 5 years after July 2028; any time served after July 2029

Creates rebuttable presumption favoring resentencing, which courts may deny only for significant disciplinary infractions, insufficient rehabilitation programming, or preponderance of evidence showing likelihood of new felony violations

Provides appointed counsel at no cost to eligible petitioners who cannot afford representation, subject to appropriations

Requires victim notification and opportunity to present statements at resentencing hearings, establishes victim advocacy services through prosecuting attorneys' offices, and creates a flexible fund for victim support including relocation assistance and psychotherapy expenses