Competency to stand trial — Continuation of competency process, dismissal of charges — Exceptions.
RCW 10.77.630
in effect(1) If the issue of competency to stand trial is raised by the court or a party under *RCW 10.77.400 , 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).
(1) If the issue of competency to stand trial is raised by the court or a party under *RCW 10.77.400 , 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).
Source: WA Statutes (Official Site)URL: https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=10.77&full=trueFetched: 6/28/2026