SB 6080 - DIGEST


Finds there is a compelling interest to curb hostile and antisocial behavior in Washington's youth and to foster respect for public law enforcement officers.

Provides that a person who sells, rents, or permits to be sold or rented, any video or computer game he or she knows to be a violent video or computer game to any minor has committed a class 1 civil infraction as provided in RCW 7.80.120.

Directs the office of superintendent of public instruction to convene a task force to address the findings of the legislature as stated in this act and to help meet the goals of the curbing of hostile and antisocial behavior of Washington minors and increased respect for public law enforcement officers.

Requires the task force to prepare and submit a report and recommendations to the governor and the legislature not later than December 31, 2004.