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MA S917
Relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance use treatment
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill amends the third paragraph of Section 35 of Chapter 123 of the General Laws in Massachusetts. The key provisions of the bill are: 1) it allows any police officer, physician, spouse, blood relative, guardian, or court official to petition a district court or juvenile court for an order to civilly commit a person they believe has an alcohol or substance use disorder; and 2) it also allows a person with an alcohol or substance use disorder to petition the court to civilly commit themselves for treatment. This change provides an avenue for voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance abuse treatment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2496 (on 02/03/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S917 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S917.pdf |
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