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My son is being held in a mental instiution past his release date
Asked on Apr 10th, 2014 on Personal Injury - New Jersey
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been in state mental hospital fo 13 yrs he did a crime robbed a store has mental problems but does need to be there 13yrs his time was up last year.they are still keeping him,because he wont take meds.is this legal? is there anything I can do?
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If he is not compliant with his medications, the facility could be keeping him under and involuntary committment order, claiming he is a danger to himself or ohers. You should ask to see any committment paperwork or order, and encourage your son to take the medication so that you can secure his release. It may also be necessary for you to become his guardian so that he can be released into your custody.
Answered on Apr 11th, 2014 at 3:17 PM
Diana L. Anderson, Certified Elder Law Attorney This response is not legal advice and does not establish any form of attorney/client relationship