Revised Code of Washington
Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.156 (2026)
Evaluation for imminent likelihood of serious harm or imminent danger—Individual with grave disability
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A designated crisis responder who conducts an evaluation for imminent likelihood of serious harm or imminent danger because of being gravely disabled under RCW 71.05.153 must also evaluate the person under RCW 71.05.150 for likelihood of serious harm or grave disability that does not meet the imminent standard for emergency detention.
Notes:
Effective date—2018 c 291 ss 1-4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, and 15: See note following RCW 71.05.020.
Effective dates—2016 sp.s. c 29: See note following RCW 71.05.760.
Short title—Right of action—2016 sp.s. c 29: See notes following RCW 71.05.010.
Notes of Decisions
Cited in 2
cases, 2014–2014 · leading case: In re the Det. of Johnson, 322 P.3d 22 (Wash. Ct. App. 2014).
In re the Det. of Johnson, 322 P.3d 22 (Wash. Ct. App. 2014). “RCW 71.05.156. ¶25 The individual must be further examined and evaluated by at least two medical professionals within 24 hours: either by (1) a licensed physician and a mental health professional, (2) an ARNP and a mental health professional, or (3) a licensed physician and a…”
State Of Washington v. June Johnson (Wash. Ct. App. 2014). “RCW 71.05.156. The individual must be further examined and evaluated by at least two medical professionals within 24 hours: either by (1) a licensed physician and a mental health professional, (2) an ARNP and a mental health professional, or (3) a licensed physician and a…”
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