The proposed bill seeks to establish a civil protection order specifically aimed at preventing impaired driving in Washington State. It introduces new definitions and provisions related to impaired driving protection orders, including the definition of "interested person," which allows individuals with credible testimony about a respondent's history of driving under the influence to petition the court. The bill also revises existing definitions concerning vulnerable adults, abuse, coercive control, and domestic violence, thereby creating a comprehensive framework for addressing these issues. It outlines the responsibilities of the court, the criteria for issuing protection orders, and prescribes penalties for violations, all while emphasizing the importance of victim safety and privacy.

Additionally, the bill mandates the development of standardized forms and informational materials for various types of protection orders, including those related to impaired driving, and requires these materials to be translated into the languages spoken by the top five non-English-speaking populations in the state. It establishes criteria for issuing impaired driving protection orders, allowing courts to consider evidence of alcohol misuse and prior offenses, while ensuring that petitions cannot be denied based on the petitioner's age or lack of law enforcement reports. The legislation also includes provisions for the renewal of protection orders, the handling of ignition interlock devices, and the training of law enforcement personnel on the use of these orders, ultimately aiming to enhance public safety and improve the legal framework surrounding impaired driving protection orders.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 7.105.010, 7.105.100, 7.105.115, 7.105.225, 7.105.300, 7.105.405, 7.105.550, 7.105.500, 46.20.720, 36.28A.300, 36.28A.330, 36.28A.390, 7.105.105