Revised Code of Washington (RCW) (Last Updated: August 9, 2016) |
Title 71. MENTAL ILLNESS |
Chapter 71.34. Mental health services for minors. |
Section 71.34.530. Age of consent—Outpatient treatment of minors.
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- Any minor thirteen years or older may request and receive outpatient treatment without the consent of the minor's parent. Parental authorization, or authorization from a person who may consent on behalf of the minor pursuant to RCW 7.70.065, is required for outpatient treatment of a minor under the age of thirteen.NOTES:Findings—Intent—Part headings not law—Short title—1998 c 296: See notes following RCW 74.13.025.Short title—1995 c 312: See note following RCW 13.32A.010.