Bill
HB 1138
Improving public safety by implementing evidence-based interview practices that increase the reliability of statements collected during criminal investigations.
2025-2026 Regular Session
Introduced by April Berg and 13 co-sponsors
Washington HB 1138 requires law enforcement to adopt scientifically-proven interview techniques that reduce false confessions and improve investigative reliability statewide.
Public hearing in the House Committee on Community Safety at 1:30 PM.