Everett approves minimum jail sentences for repeat offenders

EVERETT — Prosecutors in Everett can now seek a minimum of 30 days in jail for defendants convicted repeatedly of certain crimes, including assault, theft and public drug use.

The Everett City Council passed the sentencing ordinance Wednesday in a 4-2 vote, with council members Mary Fosse and Paula Rhyne opposed. Council member Liz Vogeli was absent.

The move follows a similar measure in Marysville, where the council recently adopted 30-day mandatory minimum sentences for “public disorder crimes.”

The Everett ordinance applies to the following crimes: assault, harassment, theft, public drug use, trespassing, vehicle prowling, loitering for the purpose of engaging in drug-related activity and criminal mischief for damaging another person’s property.

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