Bill > HB1110

This bill modifies the existing law regarding vacation of criminal convictions, specifically focusing on driving under the influence (DUI) and related offenses. The bill creates new conditions and restrictions for vacating convictions for driving while under the influence (RCW 46.61.502), actual physical control while under the influence (RCW 46.61.504), and related prior offenses. Key changes include establishing that a vacated DUI conviction can still be considered a "prior offense" in future prosecutions within 15 years, allowing the department of licensing to consider the vacated conviction for administrative purposes, and adding specific disqualifying factors for vacating such convictions. These factors include having a subsequent alcohol or drug-related traffic conviction within five years, not meeting certain waiting periods after release from supervision, having an ineligible driver's license, or having held a commercial driver's license at the time of the offense. The bill also requires the court to transmit vacation orders to relevant agencies and mandates that the department of licensing remove the conviction from a person's driving record upon meeting all administrative requirements. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2026, providing a clear timeline for implementation.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=1110&Year=2025&Initiative=false