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Within two months prior to the expiration of the maximum term of confinement authorized for any patient under section 17a-567, the director of the hospital may, upon the recommendation of the board, initiate proceedings under section 17a-497 or 17a-520 for the commitment or further commitment, as the case may be, of the patient.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Connecticut General Statutes Title 17A. Social and Human Services and Resources § 17a-573. When director may institute commitment proceedings - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ct/title-17a-social-and-human-services-and-resources/ct-gen-st-sect-17a-573/
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