The bill amends the definitions related to law enforcement officers in Washington state law, specifically in RCW 43.101.010 and RCW 10.93.020. Key changes include the clarification of terms such as "reserve officer," which is now defined as any person who does not serve as a peace officer on a full-time basis but is fully commissioned to enforce criminal laws when called into active service. Additionally, the definition of "specially commissioned Washington peace officer" has been updated to include officers commissioned by general authority law enforcement agencies who do not qualify as general authority peace officers, specifically mentioning reserve peace officers and those commissioned by neighboring states.

The bill also removes outdated language regarding the definitions of reserve officers and specially commissioned officers, streamlining the legal text for clarity. The intent of these amendments is to ensure that the definitions accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities of various law enforcement personnel in Washington, thereby enhancing the understanding of law enforcement structures and improving the legal framework governing their operations.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 43.101.010