Illinois § 4-300
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 4-300, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-300.
(a) No person may be administratively admitted to any facility including Chester Mental Health Center, unless an adequate diagnostic evaluation of his current condition has been conducted to determine his suitability for admission. Prior to an administrative admission, the person may be admitted to a facility for not more than 14 days for such evaluation. (b) The evaluation shall include current psychological, physical, neurological, social, educational or vocational, and developmental evaluations. It shall be conducted under the supervision of qualified professionals including at least one physician and either one clinical psychologist or one clinical social worker. Any tests which require language familiarity shall be conducted in the person's primary language. (Source: P.A. 89-439, eff. 6-1-96.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 4-300
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 4-300 cover?
Section 4-300 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 4-300?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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How does Illinois § 4-300 apply to my situation?
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