Ky. Rev. Stat. § 202B.130

Current through 2024 Ky. Acts ch.225
Section 202B.130 - Number of certifications required for involuntary admission - Time limit

In any proceeding for involuntary admission under the applicable provisions of this chapter, if the criteria for involuntary admission are not certified by at least two (2) professionals as specified in KRS 202B.100(6)(c), the court shall, without taking any further action, terminate the proceedings and order the release of the person. The qualified professional in the area of intellectual disabilities shall certify to the court, within twenty-four (24) hours of the examination, excluding weekends and holidays, his or her findings and opinions as to whether the person shall be involuntarily admitted.

KRS 202B.130

Amended by 2012 Ky. Acts ch. 146,§ 48, eff. 7/11/2012.
Amended 2006, Ky. Acts ch. 195, sec. 3, effective 7/12/2006. -- Created 1990 Ky. Acts ch. 147, sec. 12, effective 7/13/1990.