involuntary hospitalization and outpatient services laws - Disability ...

Whether the person poses a likelihood of serious harm as defined for
purposes of the progressive treatment program. Note that this definition
includes a requirement that the person lacks ability to make an informed
decision.
34-B MRSA §3873-A(4)(C ); 34-B MRSA §3801(4-A), (5), (8-A), and (10).
Court Hearing
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The hearing must be held within 14 days of the date of application.
The hearing may be postponed for up to 21 days if the hospital or the patient
requests a postponement for a good reason or if the court independently determines
there is good reason for postponing the hearing.
The hearing will be conducted in an informal, but orderly manner, in a
setting that is not likely to have a harmful effect on the mental health of the patient.
The hearing is confidential and reports of the proceedings may not be
released to the public or press without the person’s consent and approval of the
Court.
If the person requests a public hearing, the court may allow the hearing to be
public.
34-B MRSA § 3873-A(5)
Transportation to Hearing
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The applicant is responsible for transporting the person to and from the
hearing.
34-B MRSA § 3873-A(5)(B)
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