72.68.020 - Transportation of prisoners. - Washington Statutes

Transportation of prisoners.

(1) The secretary shall transport prisoners under supervision:

     (a) To and between state correctional facilities under the jurisdiction of the secretary;

     (b) From a county, city, or municipal jail to an institution mentioned in (a) of this subsection and to a county, city, or municipal jail from an institution mentioned in (a) of this subsection.

     (2) The secretary may employ necessary persons for such purpose.

[1992 c 7 § 57; 1979 c 141 § 283; 1959 c 28 § 72.68.020. Prior: 1955 c 245 § 1. Formerly RCW 9.95.181.]

Notes:Correctional employees: RCW 9.94.050.