Nevada § 433.316 - Powers
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 433.316 — Powers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 433.316. Powers
The Commission may: 1. Collect and disseminate information pertaining to mental health, intellectual disabilities,
developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. 2. Request legislation pertaining to mental health, intellectual disabilities, developmental
disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders. 3. Review findings of investigations of complaints about the care of any person in
a public facility for the treatment of persons with mental illness, persons with intellectual
disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities, persons with substance use
disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders. 4. Accept, as authorized by the Legislature, gifts and grants of money and property. 5. Take appropriate steps to increase the availability of and to enhance the quality
of the care and treatment of persons with mental illness, persons with intellectual
disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities, persons with substance use
disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders provided through private nonprofit
organizations, governmental entities, hospitals and clinics. 6. Promote programs for the treatment of persons with mental illness, persons with
intellectual disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities, persons with substance
use disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders and participate in and promote
the development of facilities for training persons to provide services for persons
with mental illness, persons with intellectual disabilities, persons with developmental
disabilities, persons with substance use disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders. 7. Create a plan to coordinate the services for the treatment of persons with mental
illness, persons with intellectual disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities,
persons with substance use disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders provided
in this State and to provide continuity in the care and treatment provided. 8. Establish and maintain an appropriate program which provides information to the
general public concerning mental illness, intellectual disabilities, developmental
disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders and consider ways
to involve the general public in the decisions concerning the policy on mental illness,
intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and
co-occurring disorders. 9. Compile statistics on mental illness and study the cause, pathology and prevention
of that illness. 10. Establish programs to prevent or postpone the commitment of residents of this
State to facilities for the treatment of persons with mental illness, persons with
intellectual disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities, persons with substance
use disorders or persons with co-occurring disorders. 11. Evaluate the future needs of this State concerning the treatment of mental illness,
intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and
co-occurring disorders and develop ways to improve the treatment already provided. 12. Take any other action necessary to promote mental health in this State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 433.316
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 433.316 cover?
Section 433.316 ("Powers") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 433.316?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 433.316" (Nevada). 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 Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 433.316 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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