WA Senate passes bill to exclude juvenile facilities from prison riot laws

WA Senate passes bill eliminating felony riot charge for juvenile inmates

(The Center Square) – A felony offense today may only amount to internal discipline tomorrow after Senate Democrats passed a bill on Tuesday that prohibits the state from charging juveniles

Proposed bill ending youth "prison riot" charges passes Washington Senate

OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State Senate has passed House Bill 1815, sparking debate over its impact on juvenile facilities.

WA Senate passes bill to exclude juvenile facilities from prison riot laws

Supporters of House Bill 1815 argue current standards around prison riots are unfairly applied to inmates at juvenile facilities, while opponents worry getting rid of the rules would enhance already dangerous environments.

WA Senate Passes Bill Eliminating Felony Riot Charge For Juvenile Inmates

OLYMPIA, WA – A felony offense today may only amount to internal discipline tomorrow after Senate Democrats passed a bill on Tuesday that prohibits the state from charging juveniles with prison riot crimes. State law currently allows law enforcement to charge underage inmates with a felony when at least two individuals get into a fight. While some states require at least three parties for felony rioting charges, House Bill 1815 goes further — el…