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2009 House Bill 1238: access of juvenile court records
Introduced by Rep. Sherry Appleton (Poulsbo) (D) on January 15, 2009
To establish a record of all juvenile court records, for the purpose of research. This bill requires the administrative office of the courts to maintain the records while preserving anonymity of all persons identified in the record. Access to these records are limited to the administrative office of the courts and the state office of public defense. Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Judiciary Committee on January 15, 2009
Referred to the House Rules Committee on February 2, 2009
Received in the Senate on February 25, 2009
Referred to the Senate Human Services & Corrections Committee on February 25, 2009
Amendment offered in the Senate on March 23, 2009
To clarify that AOC will maintain an electronic research copy of the juvenile records. Removes confusing language regarding who has access to the records.
The amendment passed by voice vote in the Senate on March 23, 2009
Referred to the Senate Rules Committee on March 23, 2009
Received in the House on April 21, 2009
House rules Senate amendments beyond scope.
Passed by voice vote in the House on April 21, 2009
Received to the Senate on April 25, 2009
Senate removes amendments.
Signed by Gov. Christine Gregoire on May 11, 2009
Permits the Administrative Office of the Courts to maintain an electronic research copy of juvenile court records for use by the Washington State Center for Court Research. Allows the Washington Office of Public Defense to access court records needed to implement agency oversight and technical assistance.