Treatment Facility
/ˈtriːtmənt fəˈsɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) A facility authorized and equipped to provide medical, psychological, or rehabilitative services legally regulated by relevant authorities.
The court ordered the defendant to attend a licensed treatment facility for addiction recovery.
- (n.) An institution designated by law to deliver specific remedial or corrective care, such as drug rehabilitation or mental health services.
Juvenile offenders may be placed in a treatment facility instead of a detention center.
Forms
- treatment facility
- treatment facilities
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Commentary
Legal definitions of treatment facilities emphasize formal authorization, regulatory compliance, and specific service types; careful drafting distinguishes among facility types based on purpose and legal context.
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