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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A person apprehended or detained under this subchapter has the right:
(1) to be advised of the location of detention, the reasons for the detention, and the fact that detention could result in a longer period of involuntary commitment;
(2) to contact an attorney of the person's choice and to a reasonable opportunity to contact that attorney;
(3) to be transported to the location of apprehension or other suitable place if the person is not admitted for emergency detention, unless the person is arrested or objects to the return;
(4) to be released from a facility as provided by Section 462.047; and
(5) to be advised that communications to a chemical dependency treatment professional may be used in proceedings for further detention.
(b) Within 24 hours after the time of admission, a person apprehended or detained under this subchapter shall be advised, orally, in writing, and in simple, nontechnical terms, of the rights provided by this section.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 462.048. Rights of Person Apprehended or Detained - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/health-and-safety-code/health-safety-sect-462-048/
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