Rep. Roger Goodman

OLYMPIA—New reforms to Washington’s garnishment statutes will cut paperwork costs for businesses and allow struggling wage earners to keep more of their money. But Rep. Roger Goodman, the lead sponsor of the reforms that were signed into law last week, … Continue reading →

Law reflects state findings on evidence-based crime-fighting OLYMPIA—Gov. Chris Gregoire today signed into law a new “restorative justice” judicial option that encourages non-violent juvenile offenders to take responsibility for their actions and repair the harm their crimes have done to … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA—New protections for domestic-violence victims who risk being tracked down by their abusers were signed into law today by Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire. The measure sponsored by Rep. Roger Goodman, D-Kirkland, stiffens penalties for violating no-contact orders and makes it … Continue reading →

Goodman bill to crack down on metal theft also becomes law OLYMPIA—A new law signed Thursday by Gov. Chris Gregoire enacts sweeping changes to DUI statutes that will increase the accountability of offenders and make it harder for them to … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA—Driving drunk with a child in the car will soon cost you more. Much more.  A new law signed today by Gov. Chris Gregoire requires courts to impose an additional $1,000 to $5,000 fine for first-time DUI offenders if a … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA—Just hours before the end of the 2012 regular session, state representatives and senators voted unanimously to pass sweeping drunk-driving reforms that increase the accountability of drunk drivers and make it harder for them to repeat their crimes. “More accountability … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA—The state Senate voted 48-0 today to authorize a new evidence-based judicial option that encourages juvenile offenders to take responsibility for their actions and promotes a better understanding of how crimes impact victims. The Senate action on the bill sponsored … Continue reading →

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 →

OLYMPIA—The House of Representatives voted unanimously today for state Rep. Roger Goodman’s proposal to increase protections for victims of domestic violence who risk being hunted down and hurt again by their abusers. “This bill will protect victims of the most … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA — State lawmakers approved a long list of measures today that will increase access to educational opportunities for all Washington students, from birth to career. “We are building a strong foundation for success by preparing today’s students with the … Continue reading →

OLYMPIA — Legislators centered their attention on public safety this morning, approving several bills meant to protect Washington residents. Safety improvements on roadways, in homes and neighborhoods, and even in cyberspace were the focus of today’s floor session in the … Continue reading →

Rep. Roger Goodman testifying in favor of House Bill 1180, which would strengthen protections for victims of stalking and harassment.

OLYMPIA — Juror No. 1 from a seven-week rape trial told lawmakers the current system lets accused rapists abuse their victims in the courtroom by acting as their own attorneys and cross-examining rape victims, often for days. “God forbid anyone … Continue reading →

WHO & WHAT Rape victim advocates and judges — including the chief justice of the Supreme Court — are among those expected to testify in favor of House Bill 1001, the rape victim shield law. This reform would curtail the … Continue reading →

New law by Rep. Goodman would protect rape victims HB 1001 bans accused rapists from cross-examining victims in court OLYMPIA — Rape victims wouldn’t be victimized again in court by their attackers under legislation introduced by Rep. Roger Goodman (D-Kirkland). … Continue reading →