Washington's 911 Good Samaritan Law -- Effective Today!

Senate Bill 5516 – the "911 Good Samaritan" law – goes into effect TODAY.  This law provides immunity from drug possession charges to people who seek medical assistance in drug overdose situations.  Neither the caller nor the victim will be charged with possession if they seek help by calling 911.

Drug overdoses kill more than two people per day in Washington state -- most of these deaths can be prevented with fast medical help.  Calling 911 can help save a life.

The latest news on this law:

911 Callers May Avoid Drug Charges - Spokane Spokesman-Review

Law Aims to Speed Drug-Overdose Treatment - Seattle Times

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