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Kentucky Revised Statutes Title LI. Unified Juvenile Code § 645.200.Responsibilities of hospital after receipt of notice of intent to leave

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) An authorized staff physician of the hospital shall discharge the child from the hospital within five (5) days, exclusive of holidays and weekends, after receipt of a child's notice of intent to leave, unless the hospital, the parent, or other person exercising custodial control or supervision files a notice of contest with the court within the five (5) day period.

(2) Copies of the notice of contest shall be delivered by the party originating it to:

(a) The child or his attorney;

(b) The child's parent or other person exercising custodial control or supervision; and

(c) The hospital.

(3) The proponent of continued hospitalization shall file a petition for certification with his notice of contest.

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