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Terms Used In Washington Code 43.20C.010

  • Probation: A sentencing alternative to imprisonment in which the court releases convicted defendants under supervision as long as certain conditions are observed.
(1) “Contractors” does not include county probation staff that provide evidence-based or research-based programs.
(2) “Prevention and intervention services” means services and programs for children and youth and their families that are specifically directed to address behaviors that have resulted or may result in truancy, abuse or neglect, out-of-home placements, chemical dependency, substance abuse, sexual aggressiveness, or mental or emotional disorders.