HB 1131 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

     Provides that, upon arresting and taking into custody a person suspected of patronizing a prostitute in violation of RCW 9A.88.110 or patronizing a juvenile prostitute in violation of RCW 9.68A.100, where a motor vehicle was used in the commission of either crime, a law enforcement officer may immediately impound the vehicle, provided that the person arrested is the owner of the vehicle.

     Requires that impoundments performed under this act shall be in accordance with chapter 46.55 RCW.