Washington § 72.65.020 - Places of confinement — Extension of limits authorized, conditions — Application of section.

Full text of Washington Revised Code of Washington § 72.65.020 — Places of confinement — Extension of limits authorized, conditions — Application of section., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 72.65.020. Places of confinement — Extension of limits authorized, conditions — Application of section.

(1) The secretary is authorized to extend the limits of the place of confinement and treatment within the state of any prisoner convicted of a felony, sentenced to a term of confinement and treatment by the superior court, and serving such sentence in a state correctional institution under the jurisdiction of the department, by authorizing a work release plan for such prisoner, permitting him or her, under prescribed conditions, to do any of the following:
(a) Work at paid employment;
(b) Participate in a vocational training program: PROVIDED, That the tuition and other expenses of such a vocational training program shall be paid by the prisoner, by someone in his or her behalf, or by the department: PROVIDED FURTHER, That any expenses paid by the department shall be recovered by the department pursuant to the terms of RCW 72.65.050;
(c) Interview or make application to a prospective employer or employers, or enroll in a suitable vocational training program.
Such work release plan of any prison shall require that he or she be confined during the hours not reasonably necessary to implement the plan , in (1) [(i)] a state correctional institution, (2) [(ii)] a county or city jail, which jail has been approved after inspection pursuant to *RCW 70.48.050, or (3) [(iii)] any other appropriate, supervised facility, after an agreement has been entered into between the department and the appropriate authorities of the facility for the housing of work release prisoners.
(2) This section applies only to persons sentenced for crimes that were committed before July 1, 1984.
[ 2012 c 117 s 483; 1984 c 209 s 28; 1979 ex.s. c 160 s 1; 1979 c 141 s 275; 1967 c 17 s 2.]

Notes

*Reviser's note: RCW 70.48.050 was repealed by 1987 c 462 s 23, effective January 1, 1988.
Effective dates—1984 c 209: See note following RCW 9.94A.030.

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Related Washington Legal Topics

Frequently Asked Questions About Washington § 72.65.020

What does Revised Code of Washington § 72.65.020 cover?

Section 72.65.020 ("Places of confinement — Extension of limits authorized, conditions — Application of section.") is part of the Revised Code of Washington, the codified statutory law of Washington. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Washington § 72.65.020?

A common citation format is "Revised Code of Washington § 72.65.020" (Washington). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Washington law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Washington official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Washington attorney.

How does Washington § 72.65.020 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Washington can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Washington.