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Thurston County Sheriff: Police Pursuit Law Change Sees Fewer Drivers Fleeing Overall

Thurston County Sheriff: Police Pursuit Law Change Sees Fewer Drivers Fleeing Overall

Update: 2024-08-01
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It’s been nearly two months since Initiative 2113 was implemented, restoring vehicular pursuit options for law enforcement agencies across Washington state. I-2113 was passed by the Legislature this session and went into effect on June. 6. The law allows police officers to pursue vehicles when they have reasonable suspicion that the driver has committed a crime and is a threat to public safety. The change came at the urging of police agencies and citizens who raised concerns about community safety with criminals feeling emboldened to flee, knowing officers were prevented from giving chase in many circumstances.
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Thurston County Sheriff: Police Pursuit Law Change Sees Fewer Drivers Fleeing Overall

Thurston County Sheriff: Police Pursuit Law Change Sees Fewer Drivers Fleeing Overall

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