Indiana § 12-26-11-5 - Transfer to substantially more restrictive environment; administrative hearing
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§ 12-26-11-5. Transfer to substantially more restrictive environment; administrative hearing
Sec. 5. (a) As used in this section, "substantially more restrictive environment" means another facility or that part of a facility that is designated as the place providing maximum security for patients.
(b) If the transfer of the commitment of an individual is to a substantially more restrictive environment, the transferring facility shall provide the individual with an opportunity for an administrative hearing within ten (10) days after the transfer.
[Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 16-14-9.1-17(c) part.]
As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.40-1994, SEC.59.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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