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WPF CrRLJ 04.1100

Petition for Deferred Prosecution

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective December 1, 2021

This form is a request made by the defendant to the court asking for deferred prosecution under Washington law. It requires the defendant to state reasons for the request and agree to certain conditions if the court approves it.

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This form is used by a defendant who wishes to ask the court to delay criminal charges in exchange for agreeing to treatment and following specific rules.

Usually filed by the person responding.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form states that the defendant is the one who petitions the court for deferred prosecution.
What must the defendant agree to if the court approves this?
The defendant must agree to certain conditions, which may include paying costs, attending treatment, and following rules regarding driving or weapons.
What happens if the defendant breaks the rules?
If the defendant fails to follow the treatment plan or other requirements, the court may hold a hearing to decide if the deferred prosecution should be ended.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect December 1, 2021.

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