Washington Statutes
§ 70.124.050 — Investigations required—Seeking restraining orders authorized.
Washington § 70.124.050
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Wash. Rev. Code § 70.124.050 (2026).
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Upon the receipt of a report concerning the possible occurrence of abuse or neglect, it is the duty of the law enforcement agency and the department to commence an investigation within twenty-four hours of such receipt and, where appropriate, submit a report to the appropriate prosecuting attorney. The local prosecutor may seek a restraining order to prohibit continued patient abuse. In all cases investigated by the department a report to the complainant shall be made by the department.
Severability — 1983 1st ex.s. c 41: See note following RCW 26.09.060 .
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§ 26.09.060
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Legislative History
[1983 1st ex.s. c 41 s 24;1979 ex.s. c 228 s 5.]
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