What you should know: New laws that go into effect on July 23

OLYMPIA, Wash., July 23, 2023—Bills signed into law take effect 90 days after the end of the session in which they were passed. From a controversial parental rights exemption to an anti-hazing law to promoting water safety, below are some new laws going into effect as of July 23, 2023. SB-5599: Supporting youth and young […]

Family Law bills this session: What you need to know

OLYMPIA, Wash., April 4, 2023—Several family law bills are being considered this legislative session which would directly impact how the state handles protection orders, child custody, domesic violence charges, and parental plans.  Of these bills so far, three are effectively dead, one has been X-filed, two have passed both Chambers, and four have passed the […]

Stalking offense bill passes House, moves on to Senate

OLYMPIA, Wash., March 15, 2023—Representative Lauren Davis-sponsored bill HB 1696, concerning stalking-related offenses, unanimously passed the House, on February 27, with 97 yeas, zero nays, and three absentees. The bill now moves to the Senate for further consideration. The decision came just two-weeks before a married couple were murdered in Redmond, March 10, after a […]