Washington Mental Health Diversion: Statutes, Eligibility & Court Programs
In Washington, the primary authority for keeping people with mental illness out of jail is RCW 2.30 (Therapeutic courts). Mental health diversion, mental health court programs, and other diversionary court programs can pause prosecution while a person completes treatment — and may lead to dismissal of criminal charges.
Statute for mental health diversion in Washington
- RCW 2.30 — Therapeutic courts
- RCW 10.77 (competency)
- RCW 71.24 (behavioral health)
Citations pending attorney review. Always confirm current code sections.
Mental health diversion in major Washington cities
Washington county mental health diversion guides (39)
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