Section 573.003 - Transportation for Emergency Detention By Guardian(a) A guardian of the person of a ward who is 18 years of age or older, without the assistance of a peace officer, may transport the ward to an inpatient mental health facility for a preliminary examination in accordance with Section 573.021 if the guardian has reason to believe and does believe that: (1) the ward is a person with mental illness; and(2) because of that mental illness there is a substantial risk of serious harm to the ward or to others unless the ward is immediately restrained.(b) A substantial risk of serious harm to the ward or others under Subsection (a)(2) may be demonstrated by: (1) the ward's behavior; or(2) evidence of severe emotional distress and deterioration in the ward's mental condition to the extent that the ward cannot remain at liberty.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 573.003
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.1367, eff. 4/2/2015.Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 692, Sec. 6, eff. 9/1/2003.