Brian Burnett

Washington State Representative (R-Chelan) and former Chelan County Sheriff, known for law enforcement advocacy and opposition to criminal justice reform legislation

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Former Chelan County Sheriff Raises Safety Concerns Over Washington Bill Easing Sex Offender Registration Penalties

House Bill 2403, which would reduce penalties for repeat failure to register as a sex offender, is sparking sharp criticism from a former sheriff who warns it could undermine public safety across Cowlitz County.

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