Category Archives: Christopher Hurst
Stiffer penalties for drunk drivers approved by governor
OLYMPIA — The penalties for driving drunk in Washington just got tougher now that Gov. Chris Gregoire has signed House Bill 2216 into law. The measure, sponsored by Representative Christopher Hurst (D-Enumclaw), ensures justice for families and friends who lose … Continue reading
House unites to pass sweeping reforms to combat drunk driving
OLYMPIA—State representatives shared stories of people killed and families destroyed by drunk driving as they united behind sweeping reforms to crack down on drunk drivers and provide more help to their victims. State Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland) shared a letter … Continue reading
Pearson, Hurst sponsor legislation to enact prison safety recommendations
Governor’s independent report outlines 15 ways to make correctional facilities safer for staff On Jan. 29, Corrections Officer Jayme Biendl was brutally murdered by an inmate with a violent past while working alone in the chapel at the Monroe Correctional … Continue reading
Using DNA to solve more crimes
At a Feb. 1 press conference, public safety advocates spoke out in support of HB 1369, which would require DNA collection at arrest for the most serious of offenses. Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney Mark Lindquist (pictured speaking) was joined by … Continue reading
