WSR 25-21-143
PROPOSED RULES
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
[Filed October 21, 2025, 12:58 p.m.]
Original Notice.
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 25-18-041.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 137-25 WAC, Serious violations—Total and partial confinement facilities; and chapter 137-56 WAC, Partial confinement.
Hearing Location(s): On November 25, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., via Microsoft Teams meeting. Contact the rules coordinator at vvchebotar@doc1.wa.gov to register.
Date of Intended Adoption: December 27, 2025.
Submit Written Comments to: Vadim V. Chebotar, Senior Contracts Attorney, Department of Corrections (DOC), Contracts and Legal Affairs, P.O. Box 41114, Tumwater, WA 98504-1114, email Vchebotar@doc1.wa.gov [Vvchebotar@doc1.wa.gov], by November 21, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Vadim V. Chebotar, senior contracts attorney, email Vchebotar@doc1.wa.gov [Vvchebotar@doc1.wa.gov].
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: WAC revisions are necessary to redefine some definitions to better capture the intent of the rules and to create new infractions that align with our current philosophy.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: The WAC should accurately comply with DOC policy.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 72.01.090.
Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.
Name of Proponent: DOC, governmental.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting: Michael Hathaway and Carrie Stanley, DOC headquarters; Implementation: Carrie Stanley, DOC headquarters; and Enforcement: Scott Russell, DOC headquarters.
A school district fiscal impact statement is not required under RCW 28A.305.135.
A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. Not applicable.
This rule proposal, or portions of the proposal, is exempt from requirements of the Regulatory Fairness Act because the proposal:
Is exempt under RCW 19.85.025(3) as the rules relate only to internal governmental operations that are not subject to violation by a nongovernment party; and rules only correct typographical errors, make address or name changes, or clarify language of a rule without changing its effect.
October 17, 2025
Tim Lang
Secretary
RDS-6725.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 23-22-112, filed 10/31/23, effective 12/1/23)
WAC 137-25-030Serious violations.
(1) Any of the following types of behavior may constitute a serious violation. Attempting or conspiring to commit one of the following violations, or aiding and abetting another to commit one of the following violations, shall be considered the same as committing the violation, with the exception of attempting an aggravated assault. Attempting to commit an aggravated assault will be charged as violation:
(a) #633 When against another incarcerated individual;
(b) #704 When against a staff member; or
(c) #711 When against a visitor or community member.
Category A
501 - Committing homicide
502 - Committing aggravated assault against another incarcerated individual
507 - Committing an act that would constitute a felony and that is not otherwise included in these rules
511 - Committing aggravated assault against a visitor or community member
521 - Taking or holding any person hostage
550 - Escaping
601 - Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing an explosive device or any ammunition, or any component thereof
602 - Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing any firearm, weapon, sharpened instrument, knife, or poison, or any component thereof
((603 - Possessing, introducing or transferring any unauthorized drug or drug paraphernalia))
604 - Committing aggravated assault against a staff member
611 - Committing sexual assault against a staff member
613 - Committing an act of sexual contact against a staff member
635 - Committing sexual assault against another ((offender))incarcerated individual, as defined in department policy (i.e., aggravated sexual assault or incarcerated individual on incarcerated individual sexual assault)
637 - Committing sexual abuse against another incarcerated individual, as defined in department policy
650 - Rioting
651 - Inciting others to riot
((830 - Escaping from work/training release with voluntary return within 24 hours
831 - While in work/training release, failing to return from an authorized sign out))
665 - Introduction/trafficking of any unauthorized drug or drug paraphernalia
882 - While in prison, introducing, possessing, or using a cell phone, electronic/wireless communication device, or related equipment without authorization
Category B - Level 1
504 - Engaging in a sex act with another person(s) that is not otherwise included in these rules, except in an approved extended family visit
553 - Setting a fire
560 - Possessing items or materials likely to be used in an escape without authorization
633 - Assaulting another incarcerated individual
667 - Possession of any unauthorized drug
669 - Giving, selling, or trading any prescribed medication, or possessing another person's prescribed medication
704 - Assaulting a staff member
711 - Assaulting a visitor or community member
744 - Making a bomb threat
884 - Urinating, defecating, or placing feces or urine in any location other than a toilet or authorized receptacle
886 - Adulterating any food or drink
((892 - Giving, selling, or trading any prescribed medication, or possessing another incarcerated individual's prescribed medication))
Category B - Level 2
505 - Fighting with another incarcerated individual
556 - Refusing to submit to or cooperate in a search when ordered to do so by a staff member
((607 - Refusing to submit to a urinalysis and/or failing to provide a urine sample within the allotted time frame when ordered to do so by a staff member
608 - Refusing or failing to submit to a breath alcohol test or other standard sobriety test when ordered to do so by a staff member
609 - Refusing or failing to submit to testing required by policy, statute, or court order, not otherwise included in these rules, when ordered to do so by a staff member))
652 - Engaging in or inciting a group demonstration
((655 - Making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substance, or possessing ingredients, equipment, items, formulas, or instructions that are used in making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substance))
668 - Possession of drug paraphernalia
670 - Making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substances, or possessing ingredients, equipment, items, formulas, or instructions that are used in making any drugs, alcohol, or intoxicating substances
671 - Introducing or transferring alcohol or any intoxicating substance not otherwise included in these rules
672 - Using an over-the-counter medication without authorization or failing to take prescribed medication as required when administered under supervision
675 - Admitting use, or receiving a positive test for use of, an unauthorized drug, alcohol, or other intoxicating substance
676 - Refusing to submit to a urinalysis and/or failing to provide a urine sample within the allotted time frame when ordered to do so by a staff member
677 - Providing a urine specimen that has been diluted, substituted, or altered in any way
678 - Refusing or failing to submit to a breath alcohol test or other standard sobriety test when ordered to do so by a staff member
679 - Refusing or failing to submit to testing required by policy, statute, or court order, not otherwise included in these rules, when ordered to do so by a staff member
682 - Engaging in or inciting an organized work stoppage
((707 - Introducing or transferring alcohol or any intoxicating substance not otherwise included in these rules
716 - Using an over the counter medication without authorization or failing to take prescribed medication as required when administered under supervision))
736 - Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing an unauthorized key or electronic security access device
750 - Committing indecent exposure
((752 - Admitting use, or receiving a positive test for use of, an unauthorized drug, alcohol, or other intoxicating substance
778 - Providing a urine specimen that has been diluted, substituted, or altered in any way))
Category B - Level 3
503 - Extorting or blackmailing, or demanding or receiving anything of value in return for protection against others or under threat of informing
506 - Threatening another with bodily harm or with any offense against any person or property
509 - Refusing a direct order by any staff member to proceed to or disperse from a particular area
525 - Violating conditions of a furlough
549 - Providing false or misleading information during any stage of an investigation of sexual misconduct, as defined in department policy
558 - Interfering with staff members, medical personnel, firefighters, or law enforcement personnel in the performance of their duties
600 - Tampering with, damaging, blocking, or interfering with any locking, monitoring, or security device
605 - Impersonating or assuming the identity of any other person
653 - Causing an inaccurate count or interfering with count by means of unauthorized absence, hiding, concealing oneself, or other form of deception or distraction
654 - Counterfeiting or forging, or altering, falsifying, or reproducing any document, article of identification, money, or security or other official paper without authorization
660 - Possessing money, stamps, or other negotiable instruments without authorization, the total value of which is five dollars or more
709 - Out-of-bounds: Being in another incarcerated individual's cell or being in a restricted or out of bounds area of the facility with one or more incarcerated individuals without authorization
738 - Possessing clothing or assigned equipment of a staff member
739 - Possessing, transferring, or soliciting any person's identification information, including current staff members or their immediate family members, when not voluntarily given. Identification information includes Social Security numbers, home addresses, telephone numbers, driver's license numbers, medical, personnel, financial, or real estate information, bank or credit card numbers, or other like information not authorized by the superintendent
745 - Refusing a transfer to another facility
746 - Engaging in or inciting an organized hunger strike
762 - Noncompliance with the DOSA program. Note: This violation must be initiated by authorized staff and heard by a community corrections hearing officer in accordance with chapter 137-24 WAC
777 - Causing injury to another person by resisting orders, assisted movement, or physical efforts to restrain
813 - Being in the community without authorization, ((or)) being in an unauthorized location in the community, unaccounted time, or having unauthorized contact with prohibited persons in the community
814 - ((While in work/training release,))Violating an imposed special condition
879 - Operating or being in a motor vehicle without permission or in an unauthorized manner or location
889 - Using facility phones, information technology resources/systems, or related equipment without authorization
Category C - Level 1
508 - Spitting or throwing objects, materials, or substances in the direction of another person(s)
557 - Refusing to participate in an available work, training, education, or other mandatory programming assignment
563 - Making a false fire alarm or tampering with, damaging, blocking, or interfering with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire exits, or other firefighting equipment or devices
((610 - While in prison, receiving or possessing prescribed medication without authorization))
620 - Receiving or possessing contraband during participation in off-grounds or outer perimeter activity or work detail
659 - Committing sexual harassment against another incarcerated individual, as defined in department policy
661 - Committing sexual harassment against a staff member, visitor, or community member
663 - Using physical force, intimidation, or coercion against any person
673 - Receiving or possessing prescribed medication without authorization
702 - Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing an unauthorized tool
708 - Organizing or participating in an unauthorized group activity or meeting
717 - Causing a threat of injury to another person by resisting orders, assisted movement, or physical efforts to restrain
720 - Flooding a cell or other area of the facility
724 - Refusing a cell or housing assignment
734 - Participating or engaging in the activities of any unauthorized club, organization, gang, or security threat group; or wearing or possessing the symbols of an unauthorized club, organization, gang, or security threat group
810 - Failing to seek/maintain employment or training or maintain oneself financially, or being terminated from a work, training, education, or other programming assignment for negative or substandard performance
893 - Damaging, altering, or destroying any item that results in the concealment of contraband or demonstrates the ability to conceal contraband
894 - Disposing and/or destroying evidence to interfere with identifying contraband or an investigation
896 - Harassing, using abusive language, or engaging in other offensive behavior directed to or in the presence of another person(s) or group(s) based upon race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or status as a state registered domestic partner, disability, veteran's status, or genetic information
899 - Failing to obtain prior written authorization from the sentencing court, contrary to RCW 9.94A.645, prior to commencing or engaging in any civil action against any victim or family of the victim of any serious violent ((crime the offender))offenses the incarcerated individual committed
Category C - Level 2
552 - Causing an innocent person to be penalized or proceeded against by providing false information
554 - Damaging, altering, or destroying any item that is not the incarcerated individual's personal property, the value of which is ten dollars or more
710 - Acquiring an unauthorized tattoo/piercing/scar, tattooing/piercing/scarring another, or possessing tattoo/piercing/scarring paraphernalia
718 - Using the mail, telephone, or electronic communications in violation of any law, court order, or previous written warning, direction, and/or documented disciplinary action
726 - Telephoning, sending written or electronic communication, or otherwise initiating communication with a minor without the approval of that minor's parent or guardian
Category C - Level 3
((606 - Possessing, introducing, or transferring any tobacco, tobacco products, matches, or tobacco paraphernalia))
562 - Arcing or possessing arcing materials
657 - Being found guilty of four or more general violations arising out of separate incidents within a 90-day period
658 - Failing to comply with any administrative or posthearing sanction imposed for committing any violation
674 - Possessing, introducing, or transferring any tobacco, tobacco products, matches, or tobacco paraphernalia
812 - Failing to report/turn in all earnings
Category D
517 - Committing an act that would constitute a misdemeanor and that is not otherwise included in these rules
551 - Providing false information to the hearing officer or in a disciplinary appeal
555 - Stealing property, possessing stolen property, or possessing another ((offender's))person's property
559 - Gambling or possessing gambling paraphernalia
656 - Giving, receiving, or offering any person a bribe or anything of value for an unauthorized favor or service
662 - Soliciting goods or services for which the provider would expect payment, when the incarcerated individual knows or should know that they lack sufficient funds to cover the cost
706 - Giving false information when proposing a release plan
714 - Giving, selling, purchasing, borrowing, lending, trading, or accepting money or anything of value except through approved channels, the value of which is ten dollars or more
725 - Telephoning or sending written or electronic communication to any incarcerated individual in a correctional facility, or partial confinement directly or indirectly, without prior written approval of the superintendent/community corrections supervisor/designee
728 - Possessing any sexually explicit material(s), as defined in DOC Policy 450.100
740 - Committing fraud or embezzlement, or obtaining goods, services, money, or anything of value under false pretense
741 - Stealing food, the value of which is ten dollars or more
742 - Establishing a pattern of creating false emergencies by feigning illness or injury
755 - Misusing or wasting issued supplies, goods, services, or property, the replacement value of which is ten dollars or more
811 - Entering into an unauthorized contract
861 - Performing or taking part in an unauthorized marriage
890 - Failing to follow a medical directive and/or documented medical recommendations, resulting in injury
(2) If contraband or another violation is discovered in an incarcerated individual's assigned area of responsibility, such as within the confines or contents of a cell, the contraband or other violation shall be constructively attributed (i.e., cell tagged) to all incarcerated individuals assigned responsibility for that area.
RDS-6726.1
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-030Reasons for placement in a reentry center.
Reentry centers may be authorized for one or more of the following:
(1) To participate in full-time employment or part-time employment at specialized programs;
(2) To participate in a vocational training program, including attendance at an accredited college.
(3) To secure services to support transition back to the community.
(4) As a sanction for violating community custody conditions.
(5) Transfer to a reentry center as a result of violation of conditions of partial confinement programs.
(6) ((Incarcerated individuals depending on the program, must apply and go through an investigative process, with a committee determination regarding suitability))Transfer to a reentry center if the individual is on partial confinement programs and their circumstances, situation, or living arrangements change, they may be placed in a reentry center to develop a new plan.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-040Eligibility criteria.
(1) An individual is eligible for reentry center placement and/or graduated reentry programming provided that((:
(a) Individual has a minimum security status for the purpose of reentry center placement;
(b)))individuals who are found eligible for the graduated reentry program must meet program criteria and either:
(((i)))(a) Served at least six months total confinement and may serve no more than the last ((five))nine months of the individual's term of confinement in a department approved release residence on electronic home monitoring; or
(((ii)))(b) Able to complete the last ((12))18 months of sentence in a reentry center with no more than the last ((five))nine months of the individual's term of confinement in a department approved release residence on electronic home monitoring; or
(((iii)))(c) Able to serve at least ((four))three months total confinement and may serve no more than the last 18 months of the individual's term of confinement in a department approved release residence on electronic home monitoring.
Partial confinement programs.
(2) Individuals convicted of rape in the first degree shall not be eligible for work/training release reentry centers or graduated reentry program at any time during the first three years of confinement.
(3) Individuals convicted of murder first degree are not eligible for work/training release reentry centers or graduated reentry program, without the written approval of the secretary or their designee.
(4) Individual who violates condition(s) of community custody may be sanctioned to a reentry center for a term of 90 days or less.
(5) Individual who violates condition(s) for partial confinement programs may be sanctioned to a reentry center for a term of 90 days or less, to more restrictive status, or returned to total confinement.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-070Screening.
(1) The supervisor/manager or designee shall screen the individuals referred to the programs.
(2) The partial confinement programs participation is subject to a screening process based on established criteria for each program and determination of suitability for each program.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-095Orientation.
(1) At the time of admission, each partial confinement individual shall be advised in writing of:
(a) Program goals and services available.
(b) Rules governing conduct and program rules.
(c) Incentives earned, as defined in policy, for positive behavior and program completions.
(d) Conditions for their specified program that is applicable to them and to their success.
(e) Disciplinary action which may be taken in the event of a serious violation of rules or special conditions. To include, but not be limited to:
(i) Remain confined to the partial confinement premises at all times other than the time necessary to implement the plan or when authorized under WAC 137-56-140. Any partial confinement individual approved for placement under a partial confinement plan who willfully fails to report to their designated assignment or return to the designated place of confinement at the time specified may be deemed an escapee and fugitive from justice, and upon conviction shall be guilty of a felony and sentenced in accordance with state law.
(ii) Have employment or other approved resources in order to maintain themselves financially.
(iii) Not consume, ingest, inject, or possess nonprescription narcotic or "dangerous" drugs or controlled substances, or any mood altering drug or alcoholic beverages.
(iv) Report all income to the reentry center manager or their designee. All income, for individuals in a reentry center from any source shall be immediately placed in the individual's banking account by the reentry center manager or their designee. A receipt will be issued.
(v) Individuals in a partial confinement program, with case manager approval, may enter into contracts for banking accounts that support their transition to the community. Each individual must provide their account information.
(2) All amendments or additions to disciplinary rules, policies, and procedures shall be posted at a specifically designated place or places in each reentry center in advance of their effective date if possible and for at least 30 days after their effective date. Partial confinement individuals shall be responsible for informing themselves of such postings. Complete and up-to-date copies of these rules and all program rules shall be available at each reentry center and provided to each individual on partial confinement programs for review.
(3) The reentry center manager shall ensure that each individual has the opportunity to understand rules which relate to their conduct. If the individual is unable to read or understand English, the rules shall be read to them promptly in their accustomed language.
(4) All individuals will receive orientation within ((48 hours))two business days of placement in a reentry center program. Orientation must be completed before the individual can leave the reentry center or leave the approved partial confinement programs location. The individual must sign the appropriate form indicating they will comply with all the partial confinement program policies and program rules.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-110Serious violations.
(1) Any of the following types of behavior may constitute a serious violation. Attempting or conspiring to commit one of the following violations, or aiding and abetting another to commit one of the following violations, shall be considered the same as committing the violation.
(2) If contraband or another violation is discovered in an individual's assigned area of responsibility, such as within the confines or contents of an assigned room, the contraband or other violation shall be constructively attributed (i.e., cell tagged) to all individuals assigned responsibility for that area.
Seriousness Level: Category A:
Egregious Acts/Inflicting Harm/Violence
402
Committing an act that would constitute a felony or misdemeanor and that is not otherwise included in these rules((.))
403
Taking or holding any person hostage((.))
405
Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing an explosive device, any firearm, ammunition, weapon, sharpened instrument, knife, poison, or any components thereof((.))
611
Committing sexual assault against a staff member((.))
613
Committing any act of sexual contact against a staff member((.))
635
Committing sexual assault against another individual, as defined in department policy (i.e., aggravated sexual assault or individual-on-individual sexual assault)((.))
637
Committing sexual abuse against another individual, as defined in department policy((.))
665
Introduction/trafficking of any unauthorized drug or drug paraphernalia
Seriousness Level: Category B: Level 1
High Profile/Harmful/Violence Against Persons/Safety
401
Assaulting another person((.))
404
Escaping from partial confinement((.))
406
Rioting, or inciting others to riot((.))
667
Possession of any unauthorized drug
669
Giving, selling, or trading any prescribed medication, or possessing another incarcerated individual's prescribed medication
Seriousness Level: Category B: Level 2
High Profile/Harmful/Violence Against Persons/Safety
407
Setting fire((.))
408
Engaging in or inciting a group demonstration((.))
409
Fighting with another person((.))
415
Possessing, transferring, or soliciting any person's identification information, including current ((employees/contract)) staff or their immediate family members when not voluntarily given. Identification information includes Social Security numbers, home addresses, telephone numbers, driver's license numbers, medical, personnel, financial, or real estate information, bank or credit card numbers, or other like information not authorized by the community corrections supervisor((.))
416
Counterfeiting/forgery of official documents((.))
419
Possessing clothing or assigned equipment of ((an employee/contract staff.))a staff member
437
Engaging in a sex act within facility boundaries((.))
438
Indecent exposure((.))
549
Providing false or misleading information during any stage of an investigation of sexual misconduct, as defined in department policy((.))
((463
Making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substance, or possessing ingredients, equipment, items, formulas, or instructions that are used in making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substance.
700
Failing to complete or administrative termination from a DOSA treatment program. Note: This violation must be initiated by authorized employees/contract staff and heard by a community corrections hearing officer in accordance with chapter 137-24 WAC. A guilty finding will result in reclassification.
701
Failure to comply with the DOSA program. Note: This violation must be initiated by authorized employees/contract staff and heard by a community corrections hearings officer in accordance with chapter 137-24 WAC. A guilty finding may result in reclassification or lesser sanctions.))
Seriousness Level: Category C: Level 1
Noncompliance/Attitudes and Behaviors/Court and DOC Conditions Related
410
Threatening another with bodily harm or with any offense against any person or property((.))
Seriousness Level: Category C: Level 2
Noncompliance/Attitudes and Behaviors/Court and DOC Conditions Related
411
Extorting or blackmailing another person((.))
412
Refusing a direct order from ((an employee/contract))a staff member to proceed to or disperse from a particular area((.))
413
Interfering with ((an employee/contract))a staff member or other personnel, in the performance of their duties((.))
414
Tampering with a locking device((.))
417
Committing fraud or embezzlement, or obtaining goods, services, money, or anything of value under false pretense((.))
418
Making a false fire alarm or tampering with, damaging, blocking, or interfering with fire alarms, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire exits, or other firefighting equipment or devices((.))
420
Stealing property, possessing stolen property, or possessing another individual's property((.))
423
Participating or engaging in the activities of any unauthorized club, organization, gang, or security threat group; or wearing or possessing the symbols of an unauthorized club, organization, gang, or security threat group((.))
425
Causing an innocent person to be penalized or proceeded against by providing false information((.))
((659
Committing sexual harassment against another incarcerated individual, as defined in department policy.
896
Harassing, using abusive language, or engaging in other offensive behavior directed to or in the presence of another person(s) or group(s) based upon race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or status as a state registered domestic partner, disability, veteran's status, or genetic information.
661
Committing sexual harassment against a staff member, visitor, or community member.))
460
Using an over-the-counter medication without authorization or failing to take prescribed medication as required when administered under supervision
461
((Introducing or transferring any unauthorized drug or))Possession of drug paraphernalia((.))
462
Refusing to submit to or cooperate in a search((, urinalysis, oral swab, breath alcohol test, or any testing required by policy, statute, or court order, not otherwise included in these rules,)) when ordered to do so by ((an employee/contract))a staff member((.))
463
Making any drug, alcohol, or intoxicating substances, or possessing ingredients, equipment, items, formulas, or instructions that are used in making any drugs, alcohol, or intoxicating substances
464
((Possessing or using an unauthorized drug, intoxicating substance or alcohol; receiving a positive test for an unauthorized drug, alcohol or intoxicating substance; possession of paraphernalia.))Introducing or transferring alcohol or any intoxicating substance not otherwise included in these rules
465
((Providing a diluted, altered, or substituted urine sample.))Using an over-the-counter medication without authorization
466
Admitting use, or receiving a positive test for use of, an unauthorized drug, alcohol, or other intoxicating substance
467
Refusing to submit to a urinalysis and/or failing to provide a urine sample within the allotted time frame when ordered to do so by a staff member
468
Providing a urine specimen that has been diluted, substituted, or altered in any way
469
Refusing or failing to submit to a breath alcohol test or other standard sobriety test when ordered to do so by a staff member
470
Refusing or failing to submit to testing required by policy, statute, or court order, not otherwise included in these rules, when ordered to do so by a staff member
472
Unauthorized contact with prohibited persons as defined in case plan((.))
((899
Failing to obtain prior written authorization from the sentencing court, contrary to RCW 9.94A.645, prior to commencing or engaging in any civil action against any victim or family of the victim of any serious violent crime the individual committed.))
477
Being in the community without authorization, being in an unauthorized location in the community, unaccounted time, or having unauthorized contact with prohibited persons in the community((.))
((810 *Mandatory programming 72.09
Refusing to seek/maintain employment, training, or programming, or being terminated from work, training, education, or other programming for negative or substandard performance.
557 *Mandatory programming 72.09
Refusing to participate in an available work, training, education, or other mandatory programming assignment.))
481
Violating conditions of furlough((.))
485
Using the mail, telephone, or electronic communications in violation of any law, court order, or previous written warning, direction, and/or documented disciplinary action, or initiating communication with a minor without the approval of that minor's parent or guardian((.))
494
Receiving or possessing contraband((.))
557 *Mandatory programming 72.09
Refusing to participate in an available work, training, education, or other mandatory programming assignment
659
Committing sexual harassment against another incarcerated individual, as defined in department policy
661
Committing sexual harassment against a staff member, visitor, or community member
700
Failing to complete or administrative termination from a DOSA treatment program. Note: This violation must be initiated by authorized staff and heard by a community corrections hearing officer in accordance with chapter 137-24 WAC. A guilty finding will result in reclassification
701
Failure to comply with the DOSA program. Note: This violation must be initiated by authorized staff and heard by a community corrections hearings officer in accordance with chapter 137-24 WAC. A guilty finding may result in reclassification or lesser sanctions
810 *Mandatory programming 72.09
Refusing to seek/maintain employment, training, or programming, or being terminated from work, training, education, or other programming for negative or substandard performance
896
Harassing, using abusive language, or engaging in other offensive behavior directed to or in the presence of another person(s) or group(s) based upon race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or status as a state registered domestic partner, disability, veteran's status, or genetic information
899
Failing to obtain prior written authorization from the sentencing court, contrary to RCW 9.94A.645, prior to commencing or engaging in any civil action against any victim or family of the victim of any serious violent crime the individual committed
Seriousness Level: Category D:
Self-Destructive Behavior/Risky Behavior/Case Plan Related
421
Using facility phones, information technology resources/systems, or related equipment intended for ((employee/contract)) staff use without authorization((.))
422
Possessing, manufacturing, or introducing an unauthorized tool((.))
424
((Damaging, altering, or destroying any item that results in the concealment of contraband or demonstrates the ability to conceal contraband.))Disposing and/or destroying evidence to interfere with identifying contraband or an investigation
435
Intentional destruction, damage, or altering any item that is not the individuals personal property, the value of which is $10 or more((.))
436
Possessing any sexually explicit material(s), as defined in WAC 137-48-020((.))
439
Urinating, defecating, or placing feces or urine in any location other than a toilet or authorized receptacle((.))
459
Receiving or possessing prescribed medication without authorization
474
Unauthorized modification or noncompliance of an approved case plan((.))
482
Violating an imposed special condition((.))
483
Failing to comply with any administrative or post-hearing sanction imposed for committing any violation((.))
484
Operating motor vehicle or being in a motor vehicle without permission((.))
486
Telephoning, or sending written or electronic communication to any individual in a correctional facility, directly or indirectly, without prior written approval of the superintendent/community corrections supervisor/designee((.))
Seriousness Level: Category E:
General Noncompliance
471
Failing to comply with written rules, handbook, or case plan((.))
475
Entering into an unauthorized contract((.))
476
Failing to report/turn in all earnings((.))
487
Possession of unauthorized items, to include money or other negotiable instruments without proper authorization((.))
491
Introducing, possessing, or using a cell phone, electronic/wireless device, or related equipment, without proper authorization((.))
492
Misusing or wasting issued supplies, goods, services, or property((.))
493
((Out-of-bounds:)) Being in the room/dorm assigned to another individual under department jurisdiction or an area of the facility without authorization((.))
495
Giving, selling, purchasing, borrowing, lending, trading, or accepting money or anything of value except through approved channels((.))
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-160Termination of plan.
At any time after approval has been granted to any partial confinement program individual to participate in the program, such approval may be revoked, and the individual may be sent to a state correctional institution or jail. A partial confinement individual may be terminated from the program as a result of a disciplinary or classification decision or the following:
(1) If requested in writing by the partial confinement individual;
(2) If the partial confinement individual lacks aptitude for the assignment or is improperly placed; or
(3) If the partial confinement individual has been unable to adjust or adapt to the conditions of the partial confinement program; or
(4) If the partial confinement individual's situation and circumstances have significantly changed; or
(5) If the individual is on partial confinement programs and their circumstances, situation or living arrangements change, they may be ((returned to))placed in a reentry center to develop a new plan; or
(6) If the partial confinement individual has failed to comply with federal or state laws or local ordinances.
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 24-08-017, filed 3/22/24, effective 4/22/24)
WAC 137-56-175Alternatives to the formal disciplinary hearing.
When addressing serious violations, the partial confinement case manager may, with the supervisor's/manager's permission, choose to address the violation behavior through a ((reentry))multidisciplinary team meeting, or using a department authorized stipulated agreement process.