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Georgia Code Title 37. Mental Health § 37-4-7

Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

If, during the period of habilitation authorized by this chapter a client escapes or otherwise leaves a facility without permission, the facility may advise any peace officer that the client has escaped or otherwise left the facility without permission; and the peace officer shall be authorized to take said client into custody and return him to such facility.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Georgia Code Title 37. Mental Health § 37-4-7 - last updated March 28, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ga/title-37-mental-health/ga-code-sect-37-4-7/

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