Concerning the defense of property rights.

HB 1575 creates a new process for Washington property owners to quickly remove unauthorized occupants from residential properties. It allows owners (or authorized agents) to submit a verified complaint to the sheriff if the occupant entered unlawfully, wasn't a tenant or family member, and the owner previously requested departure. The sheriff must verify the complaint, serve a "vacate" notice immediately, and restore possession - potentially arresting trespassers - while charging a fee for sheriff standby during lock changes. False claims in the complaint could lead to civil liability for damages. This procedure supplements existing trespass laws but doesn't replace standard eviction processes or tenant protections.