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WA SB5874

WA SB5874
Concerning the removal of unauthorized persons.


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Introduced
01/08/2024
In Committee
01/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to the removal of unauthorized persons; and 2 amending RCW 9A.52.105 and 4.24.355. 3

AI Summary

This bill amends existing laws to provide peace officers with the authority to remove unauthorized persons from residential properties, based on a declaration from the property owner or authorized agent. The bill also creates a cause of action for the declarant against any person who presents falsified or invalid documents to the peace officer during the removal process. Additionally, the bill specifies that persons removed from the premises on the basis of false statements made in the declaration can sue the declarant for actual damages, costs, and reasonable attorneys' fees.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

First reading, referred to Law & Justice. (on 01/08/2024)

Taxonomy

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Civil Law and Procedure
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement

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