Order Authorizing Administration of Involuntary Medication (OR)
Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective August 1, 2025
This form is an order that, if signed by the court, allows a treatment facility to give medication to a defendant against their will. It details the court's findings about why this medication is needed and what the order covers.
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used in a case where the court is deciding if it should allow involuntary medication for a defendant who is charged with a serious offense and needs help to become competent.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is issued by the court after considering evidence from the parties involved in the case.
- What does this order allow?
- If the court signs it, the treatment facility may give certain medications against the defendant's will if they refuse to take them.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect August 1, 2025.
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