An act relating to administration of involuntary psychiatric medication in emergency circumstances

This bill would allow doctors to give involuntary psychiatric medication to patients in emergency situations before a court order is issued. This can happen if the patient is a danger to themselves or others, their condition could worsen irreversibly, and less restrictive options have been tried. The authority to administer medication under these emergency rules would last for 72 hours, with options for extension if a court hearing is requested.

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