Indiana § 12-26-5-13 - Immunity
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 12-26-5-13 — Immunity, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-26-5-13. Immunity
Sec. 13. The following may not be held liable for an act or omission taken in good faith under this chapter, unless the act or omission constitutes gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct:
(1) A facility in which an individual is detained, treated, evaluated, or assessed.
(2) A law enforcement officer.
(3) The superintendent of a facility.
(4) A physician.
(5) An advanced practice registered nurse.
(6) A physician assistant.
As added by P.L.205-2023, SEC.20.
IC 12-26-6Chapter 6. Temporary Commitment
12-26-6-190 day commitment of individuals who are mentally ill and either dangerous or gravely disabled 12-26-6-2Methods by which commitment proceedings may be begun 12-26-6-3Notice of hearing 12-26-6-4Hearing date 12-26-6-5Hearing site 12-26-6-6Appointment of physician; examination of individual; report 12-26-6-7Report; dismissal of petition 12-26-6-8Order of commitment 12-26-6-9Discharge before end of commitment period; notification of court 12-26-6-10Additional commitment period; proceedings 12-26-6-11Report required of facility superintendent or attending physician before end of commitment period
Frequently Asked Questions About Indiana § 12-26-5-13
What does Indiana Code § 12-26-5-13 cover?
Section 12-26-5-13 ("Immunity") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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