The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) related to tribal warrants, specifically addressing the processes for extradition and the enforcement of tribal warrants by state authorities. Key provisions include the requirement for a place of detention to deliver a person in custody to a noncertified tribe without a judicial order, provided that certain conditions are met, such as the existence of an authenticated waiver of extradition. Additionally, the bill establishes that noncertified tribes have standing in state court hearings regarding the legality of extradition and allows certified tribes to file tribal warrants with the superior court, which will be treated as state arrest warrants.

Further amendments clarify the definitions of terms related to tribal law, such as "tribal fugitive" and "tribal court," and outline the responsibilities of peace officers in executing tribal warrants. The bill also specifies that a peace officer may arrest individuals under a tribal warrant and mandates that the arrested person be brought before a superior court judge promptly. If a hearing is required, it must occur within 72 hours, and the bill sets conditions for the transfer of custody to the noncertified tribe. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance cooperation between state and tribal jurisdictions in handling criminal matters involving tribal members.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 10.32.070, 9A.72.010, 10.32.010, 10.92.010, 10.32.090, 10.32.100