BILL · 2005–06 SESSION

SB 5648: Immigration status inquiry

Limiting the authority of law enforcement to inquire about immigration status of crime victims and witnesses.

Summary

Washington law enforcement officers and agencies must not inquire about the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, or others approaching the officers for assistance. Other officers or agencies that provide safety services must not request specific documents for the sole purpose of determining immigration status.

From the Senate Bill Report (SB 5648), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, and others seeking assistance from law enforcement personnel;

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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