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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
State and local law enforcement agencies shall not:
(1) Collect information on the religious belief, practice, or affiliation of any individual except (a) as part of a criminal investigation of an individual based on reasonable suspicion that the individual has engaged in criminal activity, and when there is a nexus between the criminal activity and the specific information collected about religious belief, practice, or affiliation, or (b) where necessary to provide religious accommodations; or
(2) Use public funds, facilities, property, equipment, or personnel to investigate, enforce, or assist in the investigation or enforcement of any criminal, civil, or administrative violation, or warrant for a violation, of any requirement that individuals register with the federal government or any federal agency based on religion.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 42. Public Officers and Agencies § 42.60.030. Prohibitions--Law enforcement agencies - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-42-public-officers-and-agencies/wa-rev-code-42-60-030/
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