| Washington State House of Representatives Office of Program Research |
BILL ANALYSIS |
| Human Services Committee | |
HB 2052
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
Brief Description: Modifying disposition orders.
Sponsors: Representatives McCoy, Rodne, Appleton and O'Brien.
Brief Summary of Bill |
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Hearing Date: 2/15/07
Staff: Sonja Hallum (786-7092).
Background:
If a juvenile is adjudicated of an offense in juvenile court, the court will enter a dispositional
order imposing a sentence on the juvenile. The disposition order may include detention,
community service, a period of community supervision, restitution and a fine.
If the juvenile fails to comply with the terms of the order, after a hearing on the violation, the
court may modify the order and may impose sanctions for the violation. Sanctions may include a
penalty of up to 30 days of confinement in detention.
The court does not have statutory authority to modify the disposition order if the juvenile has not
violated the terms of the order.
Summary of Bill:
Regardless of whether the respondent has violated any terms of the order of disposition, the
court, on its own motion or upon the motion of any party, may modify the order of disposition
for good cause, so long as the modification does not result in any increased sanction or penalty.
In determining whether good cause exists, the court is required to consider the best interests of
the respondent and the community.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.