Montana § 53-21-1301 - Purpose
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1301 — Purpose, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53-21-1301. Purpose
Purpose. The purpose of this part is to: (1) promote more timely, informed, compassionate, and effective mental health care; (2) recognize the right of any person who has capacity to give or withhold informed consent for mental health services; (3) prevent unnecessary delays in receiving care for a mental disorder in times of impending or actual crisis; (4) allow a person with mental illness to provide the legal authority for provision of health care during a period of incapacity, even over the person's own protest; (5) reduce the use of costly legal interventions, including emergency detentions, civil commitment, involuntary medication, and guardianship; (6) minimize the impacts of crisis on people, families, communities, and providers; and (7) support the relationship between the provider and the patient by promoting thoughtful, constructive, and timely communication.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 53-21-1301
What does Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1301 cover?
Section 53-21-1301 ("Purpose") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. 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 Montana § 53-21-1301?
A common citation format is "Montana Code Annotated § 53-21-1301" (Montana). 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 Montana law?
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How does Montana § 53-21-1301 apply to my situation?
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