Temple of Justice

Synopsis: Are certain sex offenders entitled to legal counsel during hearings where the Indeterminate Sentencing Review Board decides whether to release the offenders after serving their minimum term?

Synopsis: Respondent argues that he has a right to release to community custody under the terms of the early release statute, RCW 9.94A.728. Petitioner Department of Corrections argues that respondent’s plan was properly denied under the statute as it presented a risk to community safety.