Washington legal term
Probation bond in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Probation bond” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Washington criminal code.
What does “Probation bond” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Probation bond" means a bond, posted with sufficient security by a surety justified and approved by the court, to secure the offender's appearance at required court proceedings and compliance with court-ordered community supervision or conditions of release ordered pursuant to RCW 13.40.040 or 13.40.050. (RCW 13.40.020)
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