SECTION 397.6773. Dispositional alternatives after protective custody.

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1(1) 2An individual who is in protective custody must be released by a qualified professional when:
17(a) 18The individual no longer meets the involuntary admission criteria in s. 29397.675;
30(b) 31The 72-hour period has elapsed; or
37(c) 38The individual has consented to remain voluntarily at the licensed service provider.
50(2) 51An individual may only be retained in protective custody beyond the 72-hour period when a petition for involuntary assessment or treatment has been initiated. The timely filing of the petition authorizes the service provider to retain physical custody of the individual pending further order of the court.

History.-s. 6, ch. 93-39; s. 742, ch. 95-148; s. 31, ch. 2009-132; s. 25, ch. 2016-241.

Bills Cite this Section:

None

Implemented Rule (1):

59C-1.0355. Hospice Programs

Cited by Court Cases:

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