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Current as of February 09, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
Sec. 537. (1) An individual is subject to being returned to a facility if both of the following are true:
(a) The individual was admitted to a facility on an application executed by someone other than themself or by judicial order.
(b) The individual has left the facility without authorization, or has refused a lawful request to return to the facility while on an authorized leave or other authorized absence from the facility.
(2) The facility may notify a peace officer that an individual is subject to being returned to the facility. Upon notification, a peace officer must take the individual into protective custody. After the individual is taken into protective custody, a peace officer or a security transport officer must return him or her to the facility unless contrary directions have been given by the facility or the responsible community mental health services program.
(3) An opportunity for appeal must be provided to any individual returned over their objection from any authorized leave in excess of 10 days, and the individual must be notified of the right to appeal. In the case of a child less than 13 years of age, the appeal must be made by the child's parent or guardian.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 330. Mental Health Code § 330.1537 - last updated February 09, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mi/chapter-330-mental-health-code/mi-comp-laws-330-1537/
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