Washington legal term
Social file in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Social file” 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 “Social file” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Social file" means the juvenile court file containing the records and reports of the probation counselor. (RCW 13.50.010)
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Related terms in the same statutes
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