Definitions.

RCW 72.68.001
in effect
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The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "Department" means the department of corrections. (2) "Private correctional entity" means a for-profit contractor or for-profit vendor who provides services relating to the ownership, management, or administration of security services of a correctional facility for the incarceration of persons. (3) "Secretary" means the secretary of corrections. The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter unless the context clearly requires otherwise. (1) "Department" means the department of corrections. (2) "Private correctional entity" means a for-profit contractor or for-profit vendor who provides services relating to the ownership, management, or administration of security services of a correctional facility for the incarceration of persons. (3) "Secretary" means the secretary of corrections.
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=72.68&full=trueFetched: 6/29/2026

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