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Can physicians or family members commit their patients or relatives?

April 26, 2017family members Patients physicians relatives

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Can physicians or family members commit their patients or relatives?

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NO. Only Designated Mental Health Professionals (DMHPs) can initiate the process for adults. In King County, the DMHPs have the responsibility for detention of individuals who fall within the purview of the Involuntary Treatment Law (RCW 71.05).