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Idaho Statutes Title 16. Juvenile Proceedings § 16-2409. Conversion from involuntary to voluntary status

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Upon approval by the court, a child who is subject to involuntary treatment under this chapter may at any time convert to a voluntary status if informed consent to treatment can be obtained from his parent or guardian. The court shall approve conversion from involuntary to voluntary status if the court finds that:

(1)(a) The child is not likely to cause harm to himself or suffer substantial mental or physical deterioration; and

(b) The child is not likely to cause harm to others; or

(2) The conversion from involuntary to voluntary status is in the best interests of the child and consistent with the requirements of public safety.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Idaho Statutes Title 16. Juvenile Proceedings § 16-2409. Conversion from involuntary to voluntary status - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/id/title-16-juvenile-proceedings/id-st-sect-16-2409/

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