Section 10.77.079 - Competency to stand trial-Continuation of competency process, dismissal of charges-Exceptions(1) If the issue of competency to stand trial is raised by the court or a party under RCW 10.77.060, the prosecutor may continue with the competency process or dismiss the charges without prejudice and refer the defendant for assessment by a mental health professional, substance use disorder professional, co-occurring disorder specialist, or developmental disabilities professional to determine the appropriate service needs for the defendant.(2) This section does not apply to defendants with a current charge or prior conviction for a violent offense or sex offense as defined in RCW 9.94A.030, or a violation of RCW 9A.36.031(1) (d), (f), or (h).Amended by 2019 c 444,§ 8, eff. 7/28/2019.Added by 2015SP1 c 7,§ 9, eff. 7/1/2015.Finding- 2015 1st sp.s. c 7 : See note following RCW 10.77.075.
Effective dates- 2015 1st sp.s. c 7 : See note following RCW 10.77.075.