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Washington Revised Code Title 72. State Institutions § 72.09.670. Gang involvement among incarcerated offenders--Intervention programs--Study

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) The department shall study and establish best practices to reduce gang involvement and recruitment among incarcerated offenders. The department shall study and make recommendations regarding the establishment of:

(a) Intervention programs within the institutions of the department for offenders who are seeking to opt out of gangs. The intervention programs shall include, but are not limited to, tattoo removal, anger management, preparation to obtain a high school equivalency certificate as described in RCW 28B.50.536, and other interventions; and

(b) An intervention program to assist gang members with successful reentry into the community.

(2) The department shall report to the legislature on its findings and recommendations by January 1, 2009.

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