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Order Dismissing "Serious Nonfelony" Charge and Directing Referral or Release (ORDSMIN, ORDSMWO, RIVTE, ORRL)

Washington · Washington State Courts · Effective August 1, 2025

This form is an order from the court that can dismiss a serious nonfelony charge and direct that the defendant be sent for further evaluation or released. It is used after the court has considered the defendant's mental state and whether they were able to complete required treatment.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used when treatment for competency restoration has not worked or is not expected to work. The court uses it after a hearing regarding the defendant's ability to stand trial.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is an order signed by the Judge, which means the court is issuing the decision.
What does this form ask the court to do?
It asks the court to make official orders regarding the dismissal of charges and the defendant's release or referral for further evaluation.

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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