HB1905 establishes procedures for appointed counsel for individuals detained under the involuntary treatment act in Washington.

HB1905 amends the involuntary treatment act in Washington to ensure individuals detained under the act receive appointed counsel. The county where the person is detained is responsible for administering appointed counsel, which can be provided directly or through a contract. The county may also provide counsel in cases where the individual is indigent. The bill also outlines provisions for reimbursement of costs associated with providing such legal services.

HB1905 establishes procedures for appointed counsel for individuals detained under the involuntary treatment act in Washington.

HB1905 amends the involuntary treatment act in Washington to ensure individuals detained under the act receive appointed counsel. The county where the person is detained is responsible for administering appointed counsel, which can be provided directly or through a contract. The county may also provide counsel in cases where the individual is indigent. The bill also outlines provisions for reimbursement of costs associated with providing such legal services.