Florida § 397.68111 - Involuntary treatment.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 397.68111 — Involuntary treatment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 397.68111. Involuntary treatment.
A person may be the subject of a petition for court-ordered involuntary treatment pursuant to this part if that person: (1) Reasonably appears to meet the criteria for involuntary admission provided in s. 397.675; (2) Has been placed under protective custody pursuant to s. 397.677 within the previous 10 days; (3) Has been subject to an emergency admission pursuant to s. 397.679 within the previous 10 days; or (4) Has been assessed by a qualified professional within 30 days.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 397.68111
What does Florida Statutes § 397.68111 cover?
Section 397.68111 ("Involuntary treatment.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 397.68111?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 397.68111" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 397.68111 apply to my situation?
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