Washington § 72.68.015 - Transfer of incarcerated individuals — Vocational or educational programs.

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§ 72.68.015. Transfer of incarcerated individuals — Vocational or educational programs.

(1) In determining whether to transfer an incarcerated individual to a different facility in the state, the department shall consider whether the incarcerated individual is enrolled in a vocational or educational program, including those operated by approved outside providers, which cannot be continued at the receiving facility. The department shall work with the incarcerated individual's case manager, counselor, education navigator, or other appropriate person to attempt to meet the needs of the department and the incarcerated individual regarding transfer.
(2) Nothing in this section creates a vested right in programming, education, or other services.
[ 2021 c 200 s 6.]

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

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