Washington § 10.77.630 - Competency to stand trial — Continuation of competency process, dismissal of charges — Exceptions.

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§ 10.77.630. Competency to stand trial — Continuation of competency process, dismissal of charges — Exceptions.

(1) If the issue of competency to stand trial is raised by the court or a party under RCW 10.77.400, the prosecutor may continue with the competency process or dismiss the charges without prejudice and refer the defendant for assessment by a mental health professional, substance use disorder professional, co-occurring disorder specialist, or developmental disabilities professional to determine the appropriate service needs for the defendant.
(2) This section does not apply to defendants with a current charge or prior conviction for a violent offense or sex offense as defined in RCW 9.94A.030, or a violation of RCW 9A.36.031(1) (d), (f), or (h).
[ 2019 c 444 s 8; 2015 1st sp.s. c 7 s 9. Formerly RCW 10.77.079.]

Notes

Finding—2015 1st sp.s. c 7: See note following RCW 10.77.620.
Effective dates—2015 1st sp.s. c 7: See note following RCW 10.77.620.

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