Washington Statutes
§ 71.05.145 — Offenders with behavioral health disorders who are believed to be dangerous—Less restrictive alternative.
Washington § 71.05.145
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Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.145 (2026).
Text
The legislature intends that, when evaluating a person who is identified under RCW 72.09.370 (7), the professional person at the evaluation and treatment facility shall, when appropriate after consideration of the person's mental condition and relevant public safety concerns, file a petition for a ninety-day less restrictive alternative in lieu of a petition for a fourteen-day commitment.
Intent — Effective date — 1999 c 214: See notes following RCW 72.09.370 .
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Rawson v. Recovery Innovations, Inc
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Legislative History
[1999 c 214 s 4.]
Nearby Sections
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§ 71.02.900
Construction and purpose—1959 c 25.§ 71.05.010
Legislative intent.§ 71.05.012
Legislative intent and finding.§ 71.05.020
Definitions.(Contingent expiration date.)§ 71.05.027
Integrated comprehensive screening and assessment process for substance use and mental disorders.§ 71.05.030
Commitment laws applicable.§ 71.05.100
Financial responsibility.§ 71.05.110
Appointed counsel—Compensation.§ 71.05.120
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