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Combating organized retail crime in Washington State

Welcome to the Organized Retail Crime Resource Hub

Organized retail crime is more than a retail problem—it’s a significant threat to the safety and well-being of businesses, employees, and our communities. Tackling this issue requires a unified approach, engaging retailers, law enforcement, policymakers, prosecutors, and citizens alike.

Here you will find the resources, expertise, and support needed to inspire collaboration to take impactful action against organized retail crime.

ORC | Start here : What you need to know

Best Practices for Combatting Organized Retail Crime

A Challenge Seattle Report – January 2025

Organizing a Public-Private Partnership to Defeat Organized Retail Crime

A Challenge Seattle Report – October 2024

Guide to Navigating Public Safety & Retail Crime

Guide equips businesses of all sizes with practical tips and best practices to safeguard employees, customers, and establishment.

WA Attorney General's Evidence Checklist for Organized Retail Crime

Checklist to prosecute retail crime and theft related cases.

ORC Laws and Regulations

Legislation and Data-Driven Insights to Combat Organized Retail Crime

Access Essential ORC Resources

Understanding ORC

Best Practices

Law Enforcement, Investigation and Prosecution

Training and Events

Technology and Tools

ORC Laws, Regulations, and Potential Enhancements

Industry Associations

The ORC Resource Hub website is a collaboration between Challenge Seattle, Washington Retail Association (WR), and the Washington Organized Retail Crime Association (WAORCA).

The content, advice, and information provided here is for general educational purposes to enhance. It is not intended as legal, medical, or expert advice and should not replace consultation with appropriate professionals.

Neither WR, its subsidiaries, Challenge Seattle, nor WAORCA are liable for any loss, injury, or damages resulting from the use of this information. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of WR, Challenge Seattle, or WAORCA. Users assume all liability for its use.

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