Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 70 Public Health And Safety - Section 70.96A.255 Minor -- Petition to superior court for release from facility

§ 70.96A.255. Minor -- Petition to superior court for release from facility

Following the review conducted under RCW 70.96A.097, a minor child may petition the superior court for his or her release from the facility. The petition may be filed not sooner than five days following the review. The court shall release the minor unless it finds, upon a preponderance of the evidence, that it is a medical necessity for the minor to remain at the facility.

[1998 c 296 § 30.]

Notes:
     Findings -- Intent -- Part headings not law -- Short title -- 1998 c 296: See notes following RCW 74.13.025.

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