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MA S1000

MA S1000
Relative to voluntary civil commitment for alcohol and substance use treatment

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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd 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 to allow a person with an alcohol or substance use disorder to petition the court in writing for a voluntary civil commitment order for themselves, in addition to the existing provisions that allow police officers, physicians, spouses, blood relatives, guardians, or court officials to petition the court for such an order for a person they believe has an alcohol or substance use disorder.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2665 (on 02/07/2022)
(2 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1000
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S1000.pdf
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