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MS · HB424Final

Mental health; authorize assisted outpatient treatment (AOT) as alternative to impatient commitment for certain persons.

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An Act To Amend Section 41-21-74, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize Assisted Outpatient Treatment (aot) As An Alternative To Inpatient Commitment For Persons Who Meet Certain Criteria; To Specify Who May Initiate An Aot Order; To Require The Court To Make Certain Findings Before Entering An Aot Order; To Require The Submission And Updating Of A Treatment Plan After Entry Of An Aot Order; To Provide That The Respondent Shall Have The Right To An Attorney At All Stages Of Any Proceeding Invol…

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