Washington legal term
Clinical intervention specialist in Washington Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Washington legislative session
In Washington criminal law, “Clinical intervention specialist” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Washington criminal code.
What does “Clinical intervention specialist” mean in Washington criminal law?
"Clinical intervention specialist" means a licensed professional with prescribing authority who is employed by or contracted with the department to provide direct services, enhanced oversight and monitoring of the behavioral health status of in-custody defendants who have been referred for evaluation or restoration services related to competency to stand trial and who coordinate treatment options with forensic navigators, the department, and jail health services. (RCW 10.77.010)
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