Language is removed that previously provided a route for juvenile records not to be sealed. Provisions stand for administrative sealings if the crimes committed follow under the outlined guidelines. Specifics of when a young person’s record may be sealed, including restitution that may be owed to victims, are outlined. The Washington state identification system, through the State Patrol, shall no longer provide criminal justice agencies access to sealed juvenile records information.
Status Summary
First reading, referred to Human Services & Early Learning on 1.22.2020. Public hearing scheduled in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.4.2020. Executive session scheduled, but no action taken, in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.5.2020. Executive action taken in the House Committee on Human Services & Early Learning on 2.7.2020; 1st substitute bill passed and referred to Rules 2 Review. Rules Committee relieved of further consideration. Placed on second reading on 2.18.2020. 1st substitute bill substituted. Rules suspended. Placed and passed on Third Reading on 2.19.2020. Scheduled for public hearing in the Senate Committee on Human Services, Reentry & Rehabilitation 2.25.2020 at 1:30 PM. (updated 2.21.2020)