Kentucky Civil Commitment Evaluation and Treatment Statutes

Civil commitment statutes (also called involuntary commitment statutes) exist in every state in the U.S.These laws govern the detainment, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with mental illness, substance use disorder, or intellectual disability who may pose a risk to themselves or others.Below are links to Kentucky’s laws and verified petitions that family members or other concerned individuals may use to initiate the commitment process for individuals who are in crisis, may pose a safety risk to themselves or others, and are unlikely to/ unable to voluntarily initiate services.

KRS Chapter 202A: Adult Mental Health Hospitalization
Verified Petition

KRS Chapter 645: Children's Mental Health Hospitalization
Verified Petition

KRS Chapter 222: Treatment for Substance Use Disorder
Verified Petition

KRS Chapter 202A.0811: Assisted Outpatient Treatment
Verified Petition

KRS Chapter 202B: Admission of an Individual with an Intellectual Disability
Verified Petition

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