Concerning residential restrictions for conditional release to a less restrictive alternative.

Summary

The bill amends RCW 71.09.096 to require courts to impose detailed safety conditions—such as real‑time electronic monitoring and a half‑mile buffer from schools and recreational sites—when granting conditional release to a less restrictive alternative. It also creates “fair‑share” guidelines to spread releases evenly across counties and mandates coordination among courts, treatment providers, and corrections officials. The goal is to protect public safety while ensuring equitable, individualized placement decisions.

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