For purposes of RCW 71.09.210 through 71.09.230:

Terms Used In Washington Code 71.09.200

  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
(1) “Escorted leave” means a leave of absence from a facility housing persons detained or committed pursuant to this chapter under the continuous supervision of an escort.
(2) “Escort” means a correctional officer or other person approved by the superintendent or the superintendent’s designee to accompany a resident on a leave of absence and be in visual or auditory contact with the resident at all times.
(3) “Resident” means a person detained or committed pursuant to this chapter.