Involuntary Commitment
/ɪnˈvɒlənˌtɛri kəˈmɪtmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal process by which individuals with severe mental illness are court-ordered into treatment or hospitalization without their consent.
The court authorized involuntary commitment to ensure the patient's safety and treatment.
Forms
- involuntary commitments
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Commentary
Involuntary commitment statutes vary by jurisdiction, requiring careful adherence to procedural safeguards to protect individual rights.
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