The department of social and health services shall be responsible for the costs relating to the treatment of persons committed to their custody whether in a secure facility or under a less restrictive alternative as provided in this chapter. Reimbursement may be obtained by the department for the cost of care and treatment of persons committed to its custody whether in a secure facility or under a less restrictive alternative pursuant to RCW 43.20B.330 through 43.20B.370.
[ 2012 c 257 § 10; 2010 1st sp.s. c 28 § 3; 1995 c 216 § 14; 1990 c 3 § 1011.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2012 c 257: See note following RCW 2.70.020.