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HB 1000 - Good Bill
Bill Title: Expanding the circumstances that may constitute a major violation of the uniform controlled substances act.
Committee: Community Safety
Companion Bill:
Bill Summary:
- AN ACT AN ACT Relating to expanding the circumstances that may constitute a major violation of the uniform controlled substances act; and amending RCW 9.94A.535.
What the Bill says:
- The bill states that the sentences imposed for violations and criminal actions can have more flexibility to create stiffer penalties when drugs are involved AND it sets specific guidelines for such sentencing by a judge.
Our Summary Opinion:
- It is prioritizing public safety rather than drug dealers and users.
Status: The house bill has not been scheduled for a hearing since it was sent to the Community Safety Committee on January 13th.