(1) If a minor is not accepted for admission or is released by an inpatient evaluation and treatment facility, the facility shall release the minor to the custody of the minor's parent or other responsible person. If not otherwise available, the facility shall furnish transportation for the minor to the minor's residence or other appropriate place.

     (2) If the minor is released to someone other than the minor's parent, the facility shall make every effort to notify the minor's parent of the release as soon as possible.

     (3) No indigent minor may be released to less restrictive alternative treatment or setting or discharged from inpatient treatment without suitable clothing, and the department shall furnish this clothing. As funds are available, the secretary may provide necessary funds for the immediate welfare of indigent minors upon discharge or release to less restrictive alternative treatment.

[1985 c 354 § 17. Formerly RCW 71.34.170.]