Can you commit someone involuntarily in the state of Texas?

Answer 1

Yes, you can. On a 51/50 bill, that basically determines they are a threat to themselves, others or both.

They can hold you for 72 hours, BEFORE, you are assigned a court appointed attorney. Your "hearing" is on the morning of your fourth day.

Unless you have a loved one fighting for you, the judge will follow the doctor's recommendation in almost all situations. If you refuse your meds, they will hold you.

If they release you, it can be done unconditionally or conditionally. The conditions, require you to return within 10 days to be re-evaluated. If found to stil be a "threat," you can be remanded for another 72-hour observational period or sent to Terrell for a doctor recommend amount of time.

Answer 2

There are a few things that can be done to have a person committed into a mental health facility in the state of California. If the person wants to commit themselves, you can call or take them to the psychiatric ward of a local hospital for an evaluation and instructions on the next step to take. However, in order to commit a person involuntarily, you should contact your local 24-Hour Multilingual Crisis Intervention and Assessment number or psychiatric hospital for advice and steps to take

• In 2001, it was ruled that psychiatrists have the right to determine when a patient that is committed involuntarily can be released.2
• In the event of an involuntary commitment, you will need to describe the person's behavior and any medications they are taking.1
• By law, family and friends cannot be notified of a person's admittance to a mental health facility without consent of the patien

Answer 3

Involuntary commitment can be achieved in Texas under direct court order or a situation observed by a mandatory reporter such as medical personnel or the police. Involuntary commitment can be extended under judicial order based on medical recommendation.