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WA SB5202

WA SB5202
Ensuring the efficacy of judicial orders as harm reduction tools that increase the safety of survivors of abuse and support law enforcement in their efforts to enforce the law.

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Introduced
01/13/2025
In Committee
03/25/2025
Crossed Over
02/12/2025
Passed
04/17/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/22/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to ensuring the efficacy of judicial orders as 2 harm reduction tools that increase the safety of survivors of abuse 3 and support law enforcement in their efforts to enforce the law; 4 amending RCW 7.105.105, 7.105.405, 7.105.500, and 9.41.040; 5 reenacting and amending RCW 7.105.310; adding a new section to 6 chapter 7.105 RCW; and providing an effective date. 7

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve the efficacy of judicial protection orders and support survivors of abuse by making several key changes to existing laws. The bill modifies the process for filing and renewing protection orders, making them more accessible and user-friendly through electronic filing and tracking systems. Key provisions include allowing county clerks to accept protection order petitions through various methods (in-person, electronically, or by mail), implementing an electronic notification system for both petitioners and respondents, and expanding the ability of minors to renew protection orders even after reaching adulthood. The bill also clarifies procedures for modifying or terminating protection orders and adds provisions related to firearm possession for individuals subject to protection orders. Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement that all protection orders issued after December 31, 2025, must be typewritten. The changes are designed to increase safety for survivors, support law enforcement efforts, and provide more flexible and comprehensive protection mechanisms through the judicial system.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Effective date 7/27/2025*. (on 04/22/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5202&Year=2025&Initiative=false
Fiscal Note - 5202 ESSB (Final) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=74619
Fiscal Note - 5202 ESSB (Partial) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=74428
Fiscal Note - 5202 ESSB (Partial) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=74389
Fiscal Note - 5202 SB (Revised) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=74618
Fiscal Note - 5202 SB (Revised) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=74429
Fiscal Note - 5202 SB (Final) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=72031
Fiscal Note - 5202 SB (Partial) https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=71869
BillText https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Session%20Laws/Senate/5202-S.SL.pdf
BillText https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Passed%20Legislature/5202-S.PL.pdf
Engrossed Substitute House Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/5202-S.E%20HBR%20APH%2025.pdf
Final Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5202-S.E%20SBR%20FBR%2025.pdf
Walsh 5202-S.E AMH WALJ ADAM 240 https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Amendments/House/5202-S.E%20AMH%20WALJ%20ADAM%20240.pdf
Engrossed Substitute House Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/5202-S.E%20HBR%20CRJ%2025.pdf
Engrossed Substitute House Bill Analysis 2025 https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/5202-S.E%20HBA%20CRJ%2025.pdf
BillText https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5202-S.E.pdf
Wagoner 5202-S AMS WAGO S1284.1 https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Amendments/Senate/5202-S%20AMS%20WAGO%20S1284.1.pdf
Torres 5202-S AMS TORR S1323.2 https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Amendments/Senate/5202-S%20AMS%20TORR%20S1323.2.pdf
Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5202-S.E%20SBR%20APS%2025.pdf
BillText https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5202-S.pdf
Senate Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5202%20SBR%20LAW%20OC%2025.pdf
Senate Bill Report https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5202%20SBR%20LAW%20TA%2025.pdf
Senate Bill Report (Orig.) https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/Senate/5202%20SBA%20LAW%2025.pdf
BillText https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/5202.pdf
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