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Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a) A parent or guardian of an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities may file with the Board of Developmental Disabilities Services a verified petition requesting that the individual be admitted to the human development center.
(b) The petition shall include:
(1) The relation of the individual to the petitioner;
(2) The name, age, sex, and residence of the individual;
(3) A statement of the mental and physical condition of the individual;
(4) Whether the individual has any property or means of support;
(5) The name of the person having custody of the individual;
(6) The place where and length of time the individual has resided in the state; and
(7) A statement as to whether the petitioner desires that the individual be admitted voluntarily or by commitment.
(c) In the event the estate of the individual or his or her parents, relative, or guardian is unable to pay for the maintenance, training, and education, the petition shall state this fact.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Arkansas Code Title 20. Public Health and Welfare § 20-48-405. Petition requesting admission - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ar/title-20-public-health-and-welfare/ar-code-sect-20-48-405/
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