Concerning the general powers and duties of the attorney general’s office.

Summary

The bill adds a new section to the state’s RCW giving the Washington attorney general authority to serve written civil investigative demands (CIDs) to obtain evidence in civil matters involving possible violations of the U.S. or state constitution and specific statutes. It applies only to civil investigations, excludes federal agencies and criminal cases, and sets strict limits on scope, service, confidentiality, and penalties for improper disclosure.

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