Michigan § 330.1744 - Freedom of movement.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 330.1744 — Freedom of movement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 330.1744. Freedom of movement.
The freedom of movement of a recipient shall not be restricted more than is necessary to provide mental health services to him or her, to prevent injury to him or her or to others, or to prevent substantial property damage, except that security precautions appropriate to the condition and circumstances of an individual admitted by order of a criminal court or transferred as a sentence-serving convict from a penal institution may be taken.
A restriction adopted under the authority of subsection (1), the date it expires, and justification for its adoption shall be promptly noted in the record of the recipient.
A restriction adopted under the authority of subsection (1) shall be removed when the circumstance that justified its adoption ceases to exist.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 330.1744
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 330.1744 cover?
Section 330.1744 ("Freedom of movement.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. 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 Michigan § 330.1744?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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