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Joel's Law Order for Initial Detention (ORDFAOT, ORDTCOC)

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective December 1, 2024

This form is used to request a court order for the initial detention of a person who may have a behavioral health disorder. It asks the court to review evidence and make a formal order regarding the person's detention.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when a family member, guardian, conservator, or tribe files a petition asking the court to order the initial detention of a respondent due to concerns about their mental or substance use health.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who files this form?
The petition can be filed by a family member, a guardian, a conservator, or a tribe that the respondent is a member of.
What does the court decide with this form?
The court makes findings of fact and conclusions of law, and then issues an Order that dictates the terms of the initial detention.
Does this form involve a fee?
The provided text does not mention any filing fees.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect December 1, 2024.

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