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10.77.088 – Placement -- Procedure in nonfelony charge | Washington Law

Learn about Washington's Placement -- Procedure in nonfelony charge law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.

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10.77.088 – Placement -- Procedure in nonfelony charge

Washington Criminal Procedure § 10.77.088

Summary

RCW 10.77.088 - Placement -- Procedure in nonfelony charge (1)(a) If the defendant is charged with a nonfelony crime which is a serious offense as identified in RCW 10.77.092 and found by the court to be not competent, then the court shall order the secretary to place the defendant:(i) At a secure mental health facility in the custody of the department or an agency designated by the department for mental health treatment and restoration of competency. The placement shall not exceed fourteen da

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