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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2022
03/10/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to creating the crime of coercive control; amending RCW 9A.46.060; reenacting and amending RCW 10.99.020; adding 3 a new section to chapter 9A.46 RCW; creating a new section; and prescribing penalties.
AI Summary
This bill creates the crime of "coercive control" in Washington state. It defines coercive control as a person engaging in a course of conduct against a family or household member or intimate partner, without their consent, in order to limit or restrict their behavior, movement, associations, or access to or use of their own finances or financial information. The bill amends existing laws to include coercive control as a type of harassment and domestic violence. The crime of coercive control is classified as a gross misdemeanor. The bill aims to address psychologically abusive behavior that can escalate to violence, which has worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status. (on 01/10/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1449&Year=2021&Initiative=false |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/House%20Bills/1449.pdf |
| House Bill Analysis 2021 | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/1449%20HBA%20PS%2021.pdf |
| House Bill Analysis 2021 | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/1449%20HBA%20PS%2021.pdf |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2021-22/Pdf/Bills/House Bills/1449.pdf |
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