In a release order issued under RCW 10.21.030 the judicial officer must:

Terms Used In Washington Code 10.21.070

  • Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
(1) Include a written statement that sets forth all the conditions to which the release is subject, in a manner sufficiently clear and specific to serve as a guide for the defendant‘s conduct; and
(2) Advise the defendant of:
(a) The penalties for violating a condition of release, including the penalties for committing an offense while on pretrial release; and
(b) The consequences of violating a condition of release, including the immediate issuance of a warrant for the defendant’s arrest.

NOTES:

IntentContingent effective date2010 c 254: See notes following RCW 10.21.010.