Washington legal term
Research-based in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Research-based” 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 “Research-based” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Research-based" means a program or practice that has some research demonstrating effectiveness, but that does not yet meet the standard of evidence-based practices. (RCW 13.40.0357)
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