SB 6351-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

     Authorizes the commissioners, in adult criminal cases, to preside over arraignments, preliminary appearances, initial extradition hearings and noncompliance proceedings pursuant to RCW 9.94A.200; accept pleas if authorized by local court rules; appoint counsel; make determinations of probable cause; set, amend, and review conditions of pretrial release; set bail; set trial and hearing dates; authorize continuances; and accept waivers of the right to  speedy trial.