BILL · 2005–06 SESSION

SB 5231: Definition of conviction

Modifying the definition of "conviction" for chapter 77.15 RCW.

Summary

Declares that "conviction" also means an uncontested notice of infraction, a determination, judgment, or finding that an infraction has been committed, or a failure to appear after requesting a hearing to contest an infraction. The commission may, by rule, designate infractions that are not included within the definition of "conviction."

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Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to the definition of the term "conviction" in chapter 77.15 RCW;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

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