This bill amends existing laws regarding the management and civil commitment of sexually violent predators in Washington State. It requires that when a person is identified as potentially meeting the criteria of a sexually violent predator, the agency with jurisdiction must refer the individual to the prosecuting attorney and the attorney general three months prior to their anticipated release from confinement. The bill specifies that the agency must provide comprehensive records related to the individual, including institutional records, psychological evaluations, and prior arrest records. Additionally, it grants the prosecuting agency the authority to obtain necessary records from public agencies to aid in determining whether to seek civil commitment, with specific procedures outlined for issuing civil investigative demands.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the eligibility for supervision compliance credit for offenders under supervision. It specifies that offenders who are in compliance with their supervision terms may earn credit, but outlines certain exclusions, including those sentenced under specific statutes or those serving concurrent sentences with less restrictive alternatives. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remainder will still be effective.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 71.09.020, 71.09.092, 71.09.030, 71.09.055, 71.09.060, 71.09.070, 71.09.090, 71.09.094, 71.09.096, 71.09.250, 71.09.280, 9.94A.717
Substitute Bill: 71.09.025, 9.94A.717
Bill as Passed Legislature: 71.09.025, 9.94A.717
Session Law: 71.09.025, 9.94A.717