The bill amends several sections of Washington's juvenile justice laws, specifically RCW 13.40.300, 13.40.110, 13.04.030, and 13.40.020, to clarify the authority over individuals found guilty of or accused of criminal offenses committed while under the age of 18. Key changes include extending the maximum age for juvenile court commitments from 21 to 25 years for serious offenses like murder and rape, and allowing individuals aged 18 or older at the time of adjudication to be committed to juvenile rehabilitation facilities until their 23rd birthday. The bill also introduces new provisions for the juvenile court's jurisdiction over individuals under 21 accused of crimes committed as minors, specifying conditions for extending jurisdiction beyond the juvenile's 21st birthday.

Additionally, the bill enhances community supervision and treatment options for juvenile offenders by establishing mandatory conditions for community supervision, which include refraining from new offenses and complying with school attendance requirements. It outlines components of community supervision such as community-based sanctions, rehabilitation, and monitoring, while mandating review hearings for juveniles in inpatient treatment to assess their needs. The bill clarifies that the juvenile court retains jurisdiction over offenders who are 18 years old if they were previously adjudicated as juveniles and specifies that the amendments apply to all charges filed on or after the effective date, ensuring the new provisions are applicable to both current and future cases. Overall, the bill aims to improve rehabilitation outcomes for juveniles while maintaining public safety.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 13.40.300, 13.40.110
Substitute Bill: 13.40.300, 13.40.110, 13.04.030, 13.40.020
Bill as Passed Legislature: 13.40.300, 13.40.110, 13.04.030, 13.40.020
Session Law: 13.40.300, 13.40.110, 13.04.030, 13.40.020