SB 6664-S - DIGEST

(AS OF SENATE 2ND READING 2/14/00)

     Declares that a right to benefits under chapter 7.68 RCW shall be available to any victim of a person against whom the state initiates proceedings under chapter 71.09 RCW.  The right created under this provision shall accrue when the victim is notified of proceedings under chapter 71.09 RCW or the victim is interviewed, deposed, or named as a witness in connection with the proceedings.  An application for benefits must be received by the department within two years after the date the victim's right accrued unless the director determines that good cause exists to expand the time to receive the application.