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January is Stalking Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about a crime that is often misunderstood, underreported, and deeply harmful. Stalking is not a series of isolated incidents. It is a pattern of behavior that can escalate over time and cause lasting fear, disruption, and trauma for victims and their families

In Washington state, stalking is defined in law under RCW 9A.46.110 and includes repeated or continuing conduct—such as unwanted contact, monitoring, surveillance, or technology-facilitated tracking—that… Read more

As we begin a new year, I want to take a moment to recognize the strong start our team has already delivered—and to thank each of you for the professionalism and commitment you bring to this work every day.

In just the first weeks of the year, we have celebrated one Corrections Officers Academy (COA) graduation and welcomed two new classes beginning their training at our academies. These milestones matter. Each class represents individuals who have chosen public service and a training system committed to preparing them with… Read more

Notes from the Executive’s Desk – December

As we close out the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what we accomplished together. This work takes commitment from every corner of our agency and from every partner who walks through our doors. December gives us a chance to pause, look back, and recognize the progress we made for the people we serve.

A Year Defined by Accreditation

This year… Read more

Featuring Asma Ibrahim (Pierce County Juvenile Court) & Torian Taylor (King County Superior Court)

Every day in Washington, dedicated professionals across the juvenile justice system show up with a shared purpose: help young people find stability, hope, and a way forward. In this edition of Beyond the Badge, we highlight two powerful voices—Asma Ibrahim, Juvenile Probation Counselor with Pierce County Juvenile Court, and Torian Taylor, Juvenile Probation Counselor with King County Superior Court—… Read more