The bill seeks to improve partial confinement programs in Washington State by extending the maximum duration of partial confinement from one year to 18 months, allowing for a more flexible approach to rehabilitation that includes options like work release, home detention, and electronic monitoring. It introduces a new section that emphasizes the importance of aligning participation timelines across various programs to better meet the rehabilitative needs of incarcerated individuals. Additionally, the bill amends the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to redefine "partial confinement" and introduces new definitions for terms related to violent and sexual offenses, enhancing the clarity of offender classification and sentencing.

Moreover, the legislation outlines the responsibilities of the Department of Corrections in monitoring offenders and enforcing legal financial obligations, while also emphasizing community protection and restitution. It introduces new eligibility criteria for parenting programs, requiring evaluations for substance use disorders and ensuring timely treatment for diagnosed individuals. The bill also modifies the graduated reentry program, increasing the maximum duration of home detention and reducing confinement requirements for certain individuals, while mandating evaluations for substance use disorders before transfers. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding rehabilitation, community safety, and the management of offenders within the correctional system.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 9.94A.030, 9.94A.6551, 9.94A.733, 9.94A.728
Substitute Bill: 9.94A.030, 9.94A.6551, 9.94A.733, 9.94A.728, 72.65.210
Engrossed Substitute: 9.94A.030, 9.94A.6551, 9.94A.733, 9.94A.728, 72.65.210
Bill as Passed Legislature: 9.94A.030, 9.94A.6551, 9.94A.733, 9.94A.728, 72.65.210
Session Law: 9.94A.030, 9.94A.6551, 9.94A.733, 9.94A.728, 72.65.210