Section 462.042 - Judge's or Magistrate's Order for Emergency Detention(a) An adult may file a written application for emergency detention of a minor or another adult.(b) The application must state:(1) that the applicant has reason to believe and does believe that the person who is the subject of the application is a person with a chemical dependency;(2) that the applicant has reason to believe and does believe that the person evidences a substantial risk of serious harm to the person or others;(3) a specific description of the risk of harm;(4) that the applicant has reason to believe and does believe that the risk of harm is imminent unless the person is immediately restrained;(5) that the applicant's beliefs are derived from specific recent behavior, overt acts, attempts, or threats;(6) a detailed description of the specific behavior, acts, attempts, or threats; and(7) the relationship, if any, of the applicant to the person.(c) The application may be accompanied by any relevant information.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 462.042
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.1167, eff. 4/2/2015.Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 14, Sec. 175, eff. 9/1/1991.