The bill amends several sections of Washington state law regarding pretrial release procedures. Key changes include the requirement for judicial officers to provide a clear written statement of release conditions and to inform defendants about the penalties for violating these conditions. Additionally, the bill mandates that if a defendant has a history of attempting to elude law enforcement or is charged with a violent offense, the judicial officer must document their rationale for the release conditions, ensuring public safety and the defendant's appearance in court. The definition of "substantial resources" is also clarified to include significant law enforcement efforts in apprehending a suspect.

Further amendments address the conditions under which juveniles may be detained and released. The bill specifies that juveniles can only be released to responsible adults and outlines the requirements for monitoring agencies regarding electronic monitoring of offenders awaiting trial for violent or sex offenses. It emphasizes the necessity of real-time monitoring and immediate law enforcement response for any violations of release conditions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance public safety and accountability in the pretrial release process.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 10.21.070, 10.21.050, 13.40.040
Substitute Bill: 10.21.070, 10.21.050, 13.40.040, 10.21.090