Wash. Rev. Code § 71.05.457 – Law enforcement referrals to behavioral health agencies—Reports of threatened or attempted suicide—General authority law enforcement policy.

RCW 71.05.457 — Law enforcement referrals to behavioral health agencies—Reports of threatened or attempted suicide—General authority law enforcement policy.

By July 1, 2017, all general authority Washington law enforcement agencies must adopt a policy establishing criteria and procedures for a law enforcement officer to refer a person to a behavioral health agency after receiving a report of threatened or attempted suicide.

[ 2020 c 302 s 50; 2016 c 158 s 3.]

Notes:

Finding—Intent—2016 c 158: See note following RCW 71.05.455.