Commercially sexually exploited children receiving center programs—Referrals

(1) The following individuals or entities may refer a child to receiving centers as defined in RCW 7.68.380:(a) Law enforcement, who shall:(i) Transport a child eligible for receiving center services to a receiving center; or(ii) Coordinate transportation with a liaison dedicated to serving commercially sexually exploited children established under RCW 74.14B.070 or a community service provider;(b) The department of children, youth, and families;(c) Juvenile courts;(d) Community service providers;(e) A parent or guardian; and(f) A child may self-refer.(2) Eligibility for placement in a receiving center is children ages twelve through seventeen, of all genders, who have been, or are at risk for being commercially sexually exploited.