Vermont § 7902 - Interstate transfers
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 7902 — Interstate transfers, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7902. Interstate transfers
- (a) The transfer of nonresident patients to out-of-state facilities shall be governed
by the Interstate Compact on Mental Health. (b) The transfer of nonresident patients from an out-of-state institution or hospital
to a hospital in Vermont for the purpose of being near relatives or friends shall
be in the discretion of the Commissioner, who shall take into consideration the relationship
of the patient to his or her family, legal guardian, or friends, in order to maintain
those relationships and encourage visits beneficial to the patient. (Added 1967, No. 305 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1968; amended 2005, No. 174 (Adj. Sess.), § 41.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 7902
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 7902 cover?
Section 7902 ("Interstate transfers") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 7902?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 7902 apply to my situation?
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