2005 Rhode Island Code - § 40.1-5-12 — Habeas corpus and other remedies.

    Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as abrogating any rights of a person certified or someone acting on his or her behalf to petition for writ of habeas corpus and/or other relief. In addition, petitions may be specifically based upon, but not limited to, the following grounds:

   (1) An alleged insufficiency or illegality of the proceedings leading to the patient's certification not previously litigated on appeal;

   (2) Although the certification proceedings were proper the patient's continued detention or hospitalization or the form of his or her hospitalization is not warranted under the provisions of this chapter;

   (3) The absence of a planned and adequate treatment program to meet the needs of the patient.

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