Wash. Rev. Code § 70.124.050
Current through Chapters 1-163 and 165-376 of the 2024 Regular Session
Upon the receipt of a report concerning the possible occurrence of abuse or neglect, it is the duty of the law enforcement agency and the department to commence an investigation within twenty-four hours of such receipt and, where appropriate, submit a report to the appropriate prosecuting attorney. The local prosecutor may seek a restraining order to prohibit continued patient abuse. In all cases investigated by the department a report to the complainant shall be made by the department.
RCW 70.124.050
Severability-1983 1st ex.s. c 41: See note following RCW 26.09.060.