Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 71 Mental Illness - Section 71.05.285 Additional confinement -- Prior history evidence
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§ 71.05.285. Additional confinement -- Prior history evidence
In determining whether an inpatient or less restrictive alternative commitment under the process provided in RCW 71.05.280 and *71.05.320(2) is appropriate, great weight shall be given to evidence of a prior history or pattern of decompensation and discontinuation of treatment resulting in: (1) Repeated hospitalizations; or (2) repeated peace officer interventions resulting in juvenile offenses, criminal charges, diversion programs, or jail admissions. Such evidence may be used to provide a factual basis for concluding that the individual would not receive, if released, such care as is essential for his or her health or safety. [2001 c 12 § 1; 1997 c 112 § 23.] Notes:
*Reviser's note: RCW 71.05.320 was amended by 2006 c 333 § 304, changing subsection (2) to subsection (3).
Sections: 71.05.235 71.05.237 71.05.240 71.05.245 71.05.260 71.05.270 71.05.280 71.05.285 71.05.290 71.05.300 71.05.310 71.05.320 71.05.325 71.05.330 71.05.335
Last modified: April 7, 2009
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