FINAL BILL REPORT

HB 2473

C 16 L 04

Synopsis as Enacted

Brief Description: Restricting possession of weapons in courthouse buildings.

Sponsors: By Representatives Clibborn, Woods, Lantz, Jarrett, Darneille, Bailey, Hunt, Lovick, Shabro, Kenney, Chase, Tom and Schual-Berke.

House Committee on Judiciary

Senate Committee on Judiciary

Background:

Weapons, including firearms, are generally prohibited in courtrooms and other court facilities. However, exceptions are provided for military and security personnel while they are engaged in official duties and for law enforcement personnel.

Summary:

A law enforcement officer is prohibited from possessing a weapon in a court facility if the officer is present at the facility as a party to an action involving harassment or domestic violence.

Votes on Final Passage:

House 95  0

Senate 47  1

Effective: June 10, 2004