Concerning the involuntary treatment act.
HB 2383 extends the maximum initial detention period for involuntary mental health evaluation from 120 to 168 hours (7 days) in Washington State. It requires crisis responders to personally interview individuals before filing petitions, with video options if a professional is present, and mandates tribal notification when American Indian or Alaska Native individuals are involved. The bill also clarifies court procedures for issuing warrants, appointing counsel, and ensuring notice of rights during the evaluation process. This directly affects people with behavioral health disorders who refuse voluntary treatment and tribal communities through new notification protocols.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 9, 2026
Last action Jan 12, 2026
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