Washington § 71.05.380 - Rights of voluntarily committed persons.

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§ 71.05.380. Rights of voluntarily committed persons.

All persons voluntarily entering or remaining in any facility, institution, or hospital providing evaluation and treatment for behavioral health disorders shall have no less than all rights secured to involuntarily detained persons by RCW 71.05.217.
[ 2020 c 302 s 47; 2016 sp.s. c 29 s 245; 1973 1st ex.s. c 142 s 43.]

Notes

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.

Source: official Washington text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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