Mental Health Tribunal
/ˈmɛn.təl hɛlθ ˈtraɪ.bjuː.nəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A specialized tribunal that hears and determines applications relating to the detention, treatment, and rights of individuals under mental health laws.
The mental health tribunal reviewed the patient’s case to decide on continued hospitalization.
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- mental health tribunal
- mental health tribunals
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Commentary
Mental health tribunals are distinct judicial bodies ensuring procedural safeguards in mental health cases; drafters often specify their jurisdiction and procedural rules separately from general tribunals.
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