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In Washington State, you can end your obligation to register by writing to law enforcement or going to court and asking a judge to relieve you from the duty to register. Whether you are eligible to end your registration will depend on many factors including how long it has been since you were convicted of any crime and your age at the time of the offense. Below are the steps to help you understand if you can be relieved from the duty to register.
- Step One: Your Criminal History and Dates
- Step Two: Understanding Your Conviction
- Step Three: Determine Your Time in the Community without a Disqualifying Offense
- Step Four: Finding the Path to End the Duty to Register
- Step Five: Going to Court
- Step Six: What Does Relief from Registration Mean?
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