Revised Code of Washington

Wash. Rev. Code § 71.09.800 (2026)

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The secretary shall adopt rules under the administrative procedure act, chapter 34.05 RCW, for the oversight and operation of the program established pursuant to this chapter. Such rules shall include provisions for an annual inspection of the special commitment center; requirements for treatment plans and the retention of records; and guidelines for attorneys to follow when bringing legal materials into secure facilities. Guidelines for attorneys shall not interfere with attorney-client privilege.

[ 2013 c 43 s 2; 2000 c 44 s 1.]

Notes:

Effective date—2000 c 44: "This act is necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and takes effect immediately [March 22, 2000]." [ 2000 c 44 s 2.]

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 2010–2010 · leading case: In Re Det. of Hawkins, 238 P.3d 1175 (Wash. 2010).

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In Re Det. of Hawkins, 238 P.3d 1175 (Wash. 2010). “RCW 71.09.800 grants the DSHS secretary broad authority to make rules to carry out the SVP law's operation.”

In re the Det. of Hawkins, 169 Wash. 2d 796 (Wash. 2010). “RCW 71.09.800 grants the DSHS secretary broad authority to make rules to carry out the SVP law’s operation.”

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