What does WIC 5585 refer to?

• A. Court-ordered continuation of 5150 evaluation
• B. The 14-day evaluation period
• C. A 72-hour hold
• D. Termination of conservatorship

Answer: (A)

WIC 5585 is about a court-ordered extension of an emergency hold under 5150. After someone is placed on a 72‑hour hold for evaluation because they may be a danger to themselves or others or gravely disabled, the treating team might need more time to complete the assessment or arrange treatment. In that situation, a petition can be made to the court, and the court can issue an order to continue the detention specifically for the purpose of continued evaluation and treatment under the 5150 process. This authority is separate from the initial 72-hour hold and from longer holds under other provisions, and it isn’t about a 14-day evaluation period or conservatorship matters.