Washington · Revised Code of Washington — Title 10, Criminal Procedure

RCW Title 10 § 10.77.410: Examination rights of defendant's expert or professional person

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A defendant may be examined by a qualified expert or professional of their choice and that examiner may access the defendant and relevant medical and psychological records.

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