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***Note: Many local criminal codes can now be located under Chapter 10.60 SMC while others are now cited under the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), which was incorporated into the municipal code in 2022. (See SMC 10.58.010). Code Enforcement, including Noise Control and Animal Regulations are located in Chapters 10.62 through 10.74.

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Title 05A
Chapter 05A.11
Section 05A.11.005
 

Title 05A Municipal Court

Chapter 05A.11 Sentencing

Section 05A.11.005 Sentencing Policy of the City of Spokane

The City of Spokane Office of the City Attorney and the Municipal Court shall pursue sentences and dispositions that are most likely to protect crime victims and other community members from future recidivism of the person sentenced by the Municipal Court. This sentencing could include the criminogenic needs, responsivity and threat of the person sentenced. The sentencing and supervision through the community justice services department could include the use of evidence based psychological instruments and data regarding disposition alternatives.

Date Passed: Monday, September 20, 2021

Effective Date: Wednesday, November 3, 2021

ORD C36104 Section 3