2005 Illinois 405 ILCS 5/ Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code. Article VIII - Court Hearings
(405 ILCS 5/Ch. III Art. VIII heading)
ARTICLE VIII.
COURT HEARINGS
(405 ILCS 5/3‑800) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑800)
Sec. 3‑800.
(a) Unless otherwise indicated, court hearings under this
Chapter shall be held pursuant to this Article. Hearings shall be held
in such quarters as the court directs.
To the extent practical, hearings shall be held in the mental health facility
where the respondent is hospitalized. Any party may request a change of
venue or transfer to any other county because of the convenience of parties
or witnesses or the condition of the respondent. The respondent may
request to have the proceedings transferred to the county of his residence.
(b) If the court grants a continuance on its own motion or upon the motion
of one of the parties, the respondent may continue to be detained pending
further order of the court. Such continuance shall not extend beyond 15
days except to the extent that continuances are requested by the respondent.
(c) Court hearings under this Chapter, including hearings under Section
2‑107.1, shall be open to the press and public unless the
respondent or some other party requests that they be closed. The court may
also indicate its intention to close a hearing, including when it determines
that the respondent may be unable to make a reasoned decision to request that
the
hearing be closed. A request that a hearing be closed shall be
granted unless there is an objection to closing the hearing by a party or any
other person. If
an objection is made, the court shall not close the hearing unless, following a
hearing, it determines that the patient's interest in having the hearing closed
is compelling. The court shall support its determination with written findings
of fact and conclusions of law. The court shall not close the hearing if the
respondent objects to its closure. Whenever a court determines that a hearing
shall be closed, access to the records of the hearing, including but not
limited to transcripts and pleadings, shall be limited to the parties involved
in the hearing, court personnel, and any person or agency providing mental
health services that are the subject of the hearing. Access may also
be granted, however, pursuant to the provisions of the Mental Health and
Developmental
Disabilities Confidentiality Act.
(Source: P.A. 90‑538, eff. 12‑1‑97.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑801) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑801)
Sec. 3‑801. A respondent may request admission as an informal or voluntary
recipient at any time prior to an adjudication that he is subject to
involuntary admission.
The facility director shall approve such a request unless the facility
director
determines
that the respondent lacks the capacity to consent to informal or voluntary
admission or
that informal or voluntary admission is clinically inappropriate. The director
shall not
find that voluntary admission is clinically inappropriate in the absence of a
documented
history of the respondent's illness and treatment demonstrating that the
respondent is
unlikely to continue to receive needed treatment following release from
informal or
voluntary admission and that an order for alternative treatment or for care and
custody is
necessary in order to ensure continuity of
treatment outside a mental health facility.
If the facility director approves such a request, the
court may dismiss the pending proceedings but may require proof that such
dismissal is in the best interest of the respondent and of the public.
(Source: P.A. 94‑521, eff. 1‑1‑06.)
(405 ILCS 5/3‑801.5)
Sec. 3‑801.5. Agreed order for alternative treatment or care and custody.
(a) At any time before the conclusion of the hearing and the entry of the
court's
findings, a respondent may enter into an agreement to be subject to an order
for
alternative treatment or care and custody as provided for in Sections 3‑811,
3‑812, 3‑813,
and 3‑815 of this Code, provided that:
(1) The court and the parties have been presented
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with a written report pursuant to Section 3‑810 of this Code containing a recommendation for alternative treatment or care and custody and setting forth in detail the conditions for such an order, and the court is satisfied that the proposal for alternative treatment or care and custody is in the best interest of the respondent and of the public.
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(2) The court advises the respondent of the
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conditions of the proposed order in open court and is satisfied that the respondent understands and agrees to the conditions of the proposed order for alternative treatment or care and custody.
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(3) The proposed custodian is advised of the
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recommendation for care and custody and agrees to abide by the terms of the proposed order.
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(4) No such order may require the respondent to be
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hospitalized except as provided in subsection (b) of this Section.
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(5) No order may include as one of its conditions the
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administration of psychotropic medication, unless the court determines, based on the documented history of the respondent's treatment and illness, that the respondent is unlikely to continue to receive needed psychotropic medication in the absence of such an order.
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(b) An agreed order of care and custody entered pursuant to this Section may
grant the custodian the authority to admit a respondent to a hospital if the
respondent fails
to comply with the conditions of the agreed order. If necessary in order to
obtain the
hospitalization of the respondent, the custodian may apply to the court for an
order
authorizing an officer of the peace to take the respondent into custody and
transport the
respondent to the hospital specified in the agreed order. The provisions of
Section 3‑605
of this Code shall govern the transportation of the respondent to a mental
health facility,
except to the extent that those provisions are inconsistent with this Section.
However, a
person admitted to a hospital pursuant to powers granted under an agreed order
for care
and custody shall be treated as a voluntary recipient pursuant to Article IV of
this Chapter
and shall be advised immediately of his or her right to request a discharge
pursuant to
Section 3‑403 of this Code.
(c) If the court has appointed counsel for the respondent pursuant to
Section 3‑805
of this Code, that appointment shall continue for the duration of any order
entered under
this Section, and the respondent shall be represented by counsel in any
proceeding held
pursuant to this Section.
(d) An order entered under this Section shall not constitute a finding that
the
respondent is subject to involuntary admission.
(e) Nothing in this Section shall be deemed to create an agency relationship
between the respondent and any custodian appointed pursuant to this Section.
(f) Notwithstanding any other provision of Illinois law, no respondent may
be
cited for contempt for violating the terms and conditions of his or her agreed
order of care
and custody.
(Source: P.A. 94‑521, eff. 1‑1‑06.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑802) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑802)
Sec. 3‑802.
The respondent is entitled to a jury on the question of
whether he is subject to involuntary admission. The jury shall consist
of 6 persons to be chosen in the same manner as are jurors in other civil
proceedings.
A respondent is not entitled to a jury on the question of whether authorized
involuntary
treatment may be administered under Section 2‑107.1.
(Source: P.A. 93‑573, eff. 8‑21‑03.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑803) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑803)
Sec. 3‑803.
The court may appoint one or more physicians, qualified
examiners, clinical psychologists or other experts to examine the respondent
and make a detailed written report of his findings regarding the respondent's
condition. Any such physician or other examiner so appointed may
interview by telephone or in person any witnesses or other persons listed
in the petition for involuntary admission. The report shall be filed
with the court and copies shall be made available to the attorneys for
the parties.
(Source: P.A. 85‑558.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑804) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑804)
Sec. 3‑804.
The respondent is entitled to secure an independent examination
by a physician, qualified examiner, clinical psychologist or other expert
of his choice. If the respondent is unable to obtain an examination, he
may request that the court order an examination to be made by an impartial
medical expert pursuant to Supreme Court Rules or by a qualified examiner,
clinical psychologist or other expert. Any such physician or other
examiner, whether secured by the respondent or appointed by the court, may
interview by telephone or in person any witnesses or other persons listed
in the petition for involuntary admission. The physician or other examiner
may submit to the court a report in which his findings are described in
detail. Determination of the compensation of the physician, qualified
examiner, clinical psychologist or other expert and its payment shall be
governed by Supreme Court Rule.
(Source: P.A. 85‑558.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑805) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑805)
Sec. 3‑805.
Every respondent alleged to be subject to involuntary
admission shall be represented by counsel. If the respondent is indigent
or an appearance has not been entered on his behalf at the time the matter
is set for hearing, the court shall appoint counsel for him. A hearing
shall not proceed when a respondent is not represented by counsel unless,
after conferring with counsel, the respondent requests to represent himself
and the court is satisfied that the respondent has the capacity to make
an informed waiver of his right to counsel. Counsel shall be allowed time
for adequate preparation and shall not be prevented from conferring with
the respondent at reasonable times nor from making an investigation of the
matters in issue and presenting such relevant evidence as he believes is necessary.
1. If the court determines that the respondent is unable to obtain counsel,
the court shall appoint as counsel an attorney employed by or under contract
with the Guardianship and Mental Health Advocacy Commission, if available.
2. If an attorney from the Guardianship and Mental Health Advocacy Commission
is not available, the court shall appoint as counsel the public defender
or, only if no public defender is available, an attorney licensed to practice
law in this State.
3. Upon filing with the court of a verified statement of legal services
rendered by the private attorney appointed pursuant to paragraph (2) of
this Section, the court shall determine a reasonable fee for such services.
If the respondent is unable to pay the fee, the court shall enter an order
upon the county to pay the entire fee or such amount as the respondent is unable to pay.
(Source: P.A. 80‑1414.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑806) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑806)
Sec. 3‑806.
Presence at hearing; location.
(a) The respondent shall be present at any hearing held under
this Act unless his attorney waives his right to be present and the court
is satisfied by a clear showing that the respondent's attendance would subject
him to substantial risk of serious physical or emotional harm.
(b) The court shall make reasonable accommodation of any request by the
recipient's attorney concerning the location of the hearing. If the
recipient's attorney advises the court that the recipient refuses to attend,
the hearing may proceed in his or her absence.
(c) No inference may be drawn from the recipient's non‑attendance pursuant
to either subsection (a) or (b) of this Section.
(Source: P.A. 89‑439, eff. 6‑1‑96.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑807) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑807)
Sec. 3‑807.
No respondent may be found subject to involuntary admission
unless at least one psychiatrist, clinical social worker, or clinical
psychologist who has examined him testifies in person at the hearing. The
respondent may waive the requirement of the testimony subject to the
approval of the court.
(Source: P.A. 87‑530.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑808) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑808)
Sec. 3‑808.
No respondent may be found subject to involuntary admission
unless that finding has been established by clear and convincing evidence.
(Source: P.A. 80‑1414.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑809) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑809)
Sec. 3‑809.
If the respondent is not found subject to involuntary admission,
the court shall dismiss the petition and order the respondent discharged.
If the respondent is found subject to involuntary admission, the court shall
enter an order so specifying. If the court is not satisfied with the verdict
of the jury finding the respondent subject to involuntary admission, it
may set aside such verdict and order the respondent discharged or it may
order another hearing.
(Source: P.A. 80‑1414.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑810) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑810)
Sec. 3‑810.
Before disposition is determined, the facility director
or such other person as the court may direct shall prepare a written report
including information on the appropriateness and availability of alternative
treatment settings, a social investigation of the respondent, a preliminary
treatment plan, and any other information which the court may order.
The treatment plan shall describe the respondent's problems and needs, the
treatment goals, the proposed treatment methods, and a projected timetable for
their attainment. If the respondent is found subject to involuntary admission,
the court shall consider the report in determining an appropriate disposition.
(Source: P.A. 91‑726, eff. 6‑2‑00.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑811) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑811)
Sec. 3‑811.
Involuntary admission; alternative mental health facilities.
If any person is found subject to involuntary admission, the court shall
consider alternative mental health facilities which are appropriate for and
available to the respondent, including but not limited to hospitalization. The
court may order the respondent to undergo a program of hospitalization in a
mental health facility designated by the Department, in a licensed private hospital or private
mental health facility if it agrees, or in a facility of the United
States
Veterans Administration if it agrees; or the court may order the respondent
to undergo a program of alternative treatment; or the court may place the
respondent
in the care and custody of a relative or other person willing and able to
properly care for him or her. The court shall order the least
restrictive alternative for treatment which is appropriate.
(Source: P.A. 91‑726, eff. 6‑2‑00.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑812) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑812)
Sec. 3‑812.
Court ordered alternative treatment; modification;
revocation.
(a) Alternative treatment shall not be ordered unless the program being
considered is capable of providing adequate and humane treatment in the least
restrictive setting which is appropriate to the respondent's condition.
The court shall have continuing authority to modify an order for
alternative treatment if the recipient fails to comply with the order or is
otherwise found unsuitable for alternative treatment. Prior to modifying
such an order, the court shall receive a report from the facility director
of the program specifying why the alternative treatment is unsuitable. The
recipient shall be notified and given an opportunity to respond when
modification of the order for alternative treatment is considered.
(b) If the court revokes an order for alternative treatment and orders
a recipient hospitalized, it may order a peace officer to take the recipient
into custody and transport him to the facility. The court may order the
recipient to undergo a program of hospitalization at a licensed private
hospital or private mental health facility, or a facility of the United
States Veterans Administration, if such private or Veterans Administration
facility agrees to such placement, or at a mental health facility designated
by the Department.
(Source: P.A. 91‑726, eff. 6‑2‑00.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑813) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑813)
Sec. 3‑813.
(a) An initial order for hospitalization shall be for a
period not to exceed 90 days. Prior to the expiration of the
initial order
if the facility director believes that the recipient continues to be
subject to involuntary admission, a new petition and 2 new certificates may
be filed with the court. If a petition is filed, the facility director
shall file with the court a current treatment plan which includes an
evaluation of the recipient's progress and the extent to which he is
benefiting from treatment. If no petition is filed prior to the expiration
of the initial order, the recipient shall be discharged. Following a hearing,
the court may order a second period of hospitalization not to exceed 90
days only if it finds that the recipient continues to be subject to
involuntary admission.
(b) Additional 180 day periods of treatment may be sought pursuant to
the procedures set out in this Section for so long as the recipient continues
to be subject to involuntary admission. The provisions of this chapter which
apply whenever an initial order is sought shall apply whenever an
additional period of treatment is sought.
(Source: P.A. 91‑787, eff. 1‑1‑01.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑814) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑814)
Sec. 3‑814.
Treatment plan.
(a) Not more than 30 days after admission under this Article,
the facility director shall file with the court a current treatment plan which
shall include: all the requirements listed in Section 3‑209, an evaluation of the recipient's progress and the extent to
which he is benefiting from treatment, the criteria which form the basis for
the determination that the patient is
subject to involuntary admission as defined in Section 1‑119, and the specific
behaviors or conditions that demonstrate that the recipient meets these
criteria for continued confinement.
If the facility director is unable to determine any of the required
information, the treatment plan shall include an explanation of why the
facility director is unable to make this determination, what the facility
director is doing to enable himself or herself to determine the information,
and the date by which the facility director expects to be able to make this
determination. The facility director shall forward a copy of the plan to the
State's Attorney, the recipient's attorney, if the recipient is represented by
counsel, the recipient, and any guardian of the recipient.
(b) The purpose of the filing, forwarding, and review of treatment plans
and treatment is to ensure that the recipient is receiving adequate and humane
care and services as defined in Section 1‑101.2 and to ensure that the
recipient
continues to meet the standards for involuntary confinement.
(c) On request of the recipient or an interested person on his behalf, or on
the court's own initiative,
the court shall review the current treatment
plan
to determine whether its contents comply with the requirements of this
Section and Section 3‑209.
A request to review the current treatment plan may be made by the recipient,
or by an interested person on his behalf, 30 days after initial commitment
under Section 3‑813, 90 days after the initial commitment, and 90 days after
each additional period of commitment under subsection (b) of Section 3‑813.
If the court determines that any of the information required by this Section
or Section 3‑209 to be included in the treatment plan is not in the treatment
plan or that the treatment plan does not contain information from which the
court can determine whether the recipient continues to meet the criteria for
continued confinement, the court shall indicate what is lacking and order the
facility director to revise the current treatment plan to comply with this
Section and Section 3‑209.
If the recipient has been ordered committed to the facility after
he has been found not guilty by reason of insanity, the treatment plan and
its review shall be subject to the provisions of Section 5‑2‑4 of the
Unified Code of Corrections.
(d) The recipient or an interested person on his or her behalf may request
a
hearing or the court on its own motion may order a hearing to review the
treatment being received by the recipient. The court, the recipient, or the
State's Attorney may call witnesses at the hearing.
The court may order any public agency, officer, or
employee to render such information, cooperation, and assistance as is within
its legal authority and as may be appropriate to achieve the objectives
of this Section. The
court may order an independent examination on
its own initiative and shall order such an evaluation if either the recipient
or the State's Attorney so requests and has demonstrated to the court that the
plan cannot be effectively reviewed by the court without such an examination.
Under no circumstances shall the court be required to order an independent
examination pursuant to this Section more than once each year. The examination
shall be conducted by persons authorized to conduct independent examinations
under Section 3‑804. If
the court is satisfied that the recipient is benefiting from treatment, it may
continue the original order for the remainder of the admission period. If the
court is not so satisfied, it may modify its original order or
it may order the recipient discharged.
(e) In lieu of a treatment plan, the facility director may file a typed
summary of the treatment plan which contains the information required under
Section 3‑209 and subsection (a) of this Section.
(Source: P.A. 91‑536, eff. 1‑1‑00.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑815) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑815)
Sec. 3‑815.
(a) An order placing any person in care and custody shall
be valid for not more than 180 days. Additional 180 day periods of care
and custody may be sought pursuant to the procedures of Section 3‑813.
If, for any reason, a custodian becomes unable or unwilling to adequately
fulfill his duties, the court may terminate the appointment and may appoint
another person as a successor custodian for the duration of the order.
(b) Any order appointing a custodian shall specify the authority of the
custodian, not inconsistent with this Chapter. The custodian shall apply
to the court for permission to do any act not recited in the order. A
custodian may require the hospitalization of the person in his custody only
if authorized to do so by the court order. Any order which authorizes a
custodian to arrange for the hospitalization of a person shall specify the
name of the facility in which the custodian may arrange such
hospitalization. The recipient may not be transferred to another facility
except by further order of the court.
(Source: P.A. 86‑1402.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑816) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑816)
Sec. 3‑816.
Final orders; copies; appeal.
(a) Every final order entered by the court under this Act
shall be in writing and shall be accompanied by a statement on the record
of the court's findings of fact and conclusions of law. A copy of such
order shall be promptly given to the recipient or his or her attorney and
to the
facility director of the facility or alternative treatment to which the
recipient is admitted or to the person in whose care and
custody the recipient is placed.
(b) An appeal from a final order may be taken in the same manner as in
other civil cases. Upon entry of a final order, the court shall notify
the recipient orally and in writing of his or her right to appeal and, if
he
or she is indigent,
of his or her right to a free transcript and counsel. The cost of the
transcript shall be paid pursuant to subsection (c) of Section 3‑818 and
subsection (c) of Section 4‑615
of this Code. If the recipient
wishes to appeal and is unable to obtain counsel, counsel shall be
appointed pursuant to Section 3‑805.
(Source: P.A. 90‑765, eff. 8‑14‑98.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑817) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑817)
Sec. 3‑817.
A verbatim record shall be made of all judicial hearings
held pursuant to this Chapter.
(Source: P.A. 80‑1414.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑818) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑818)
Sec. 3‑818.
Fees; costs.
(a) Fees for jury service, witnesses, and service and execution
of process are the same as for similar services in civil proceedings.
(b) Except as provided under subsection (c) of this Section, the court
may assess costs of the proceedings against the parties.
If the respondent is not a resident of the county in which the hearing is
held and the party against whom the court would otherwise assess costs has
insufficient funds to pay the costs, the court may enter an order upon the
State to pay the cost of the proceedings, from funds appropriated by the
General Assembly for that purpose.
(c) If the respondent is a party against whom the court would otherwise
assess costs and that respondent is determined by the court to have
insufficient funds to pay the cost of transcripts for the purpose of appeal,
the
court shall enter an order upon the State to pay the cost of one original and
one
copy of a transcript of proceedings established under this Code. Payment of
transcript costs authorized under this subsection (c) shall be paid from funds
appropriated by the General Assembly to the Administrative Office of the
Illinois Courts.
(Source: P.A. 90‑765, eff. 8‑14‑98.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑819) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑819)
Sec. 3‑819. (a) In counties with a population of 3,000,000 or more, when a recipient is hospitalized upon court order, the order
may authorize a relative or friend of the recipient to transport the recipient
to the facility if such person is able to do so safely and humanely. When
the Department indicates that it has transportation to the facility available,
the order may authorize the Department to transport the recipient there.
The court may order the sheriff of the county in which such proceedings
are held to transport the recipient to the facility. When a recipient is
hospitalized upon court order, and the recipient has been transported to a
mental health facility, other than a state‑operated mental health facility, and
it is determined by the facility that the recipient is in need of commitment or
treatment at another mental health facility, the court shall determine whether
a relative or friend of the recipient or the Department is authorized to
transport the recipient between facilities, or whether the county sheriff
is responsible for transporting the recipient between facilities. The sheriff
may make arrangements with another public or private entity including a
licensed ambulance service to transport the recipient to the facility. The
transporting entity acting in good faith and without negligence in connection
with the transportation of recipients shall incur no liability, civil or
criminal, by reason of such transportation.
(a‑5) In counties with a population under 3,000,000, when a recipient is hospitalized upon court order, the order may authorize a relative or friend of the recipient to transport the recipient to the facility if the person is able to do so safely and humanely. The court may order the Department to transport the recipient to the facility. When a recipient is hospitalized upon court order, and the recipient has been transported to a mental health facility other than a State‑operated mental health facility, and it is determined by the facility that the recipient is in need of commitment or treatment at another mental health facility, the court shall determine whether a relative or friend of the recipient is authorized to transport the recipient between facilities, or whether the Department is responsible for transporting the recipient between facilities. If the court determines that the Department is responsible for the transportation, the Department shall make arrangements either directly or through agreements with another public or private entity, including a licensed ambulance service, to appropriately transport the recipient to the facility. The making of such arrangements and agreements with public or private entities is independent of the Department's role as a provider of mental health services and does not indicate that the recipient is admitted to any Department facility. In making such arrangements and agreements with other public or private entities, the Department shall include provisions to ensure (i) the provision of trained personnel and the use of an appropriate vehicle for the safe transport of the recipient and (ii) that the recipient's insurance carrier as well as other programs, both public and private, that provide payment for such transportation services are fully utilized to the maximum extent possible.
The Department may not make arrangements with an existing hospital or grant‑in‑aid or fee‑for‑service community provider for transportation services under this Section unless the hospital or provider has voluntarily submitted a proposal for its transportation services. This requirement does not eliminate or reduce any responsibility on the part of a hospital or community provider to ensure transportation that may arise independently through other State or federal law or regulation.
A transporting entity acting in good faith and without negligence in connection with the transportation of a recipient incurs no liability, civil or criminal, by reason of that transportation.
(b) The transporting entity may
bill the recipient,
the estate of the recipient, legally responsible relatives, or insurance
carrier for the cost of providing transportation of the recipient to a mental
health facility. The recipient and the estate of the recipient are liable
for the payment of transportation costs for transporting the recipient to a
mental health facility. If the recipient is a beneficiary of a trust
described in Section 15.1 of the Trusts and Trustees Act, the trust shall
not be considered a part of the recipient's estate and shall not be subject
to payment for transportation costs for transporting the recipient to a
mental health facility under this section, except to the extent permitted
under Section 15.1 of the Trusts and Trustees Act. If the recipient is
unable to pay or if the estate of the recipient is insufficient, the
responsible relatives are severally liable for the payment of those sums or
for the balance due in case less than the amount owing has been paid. If
the recipient is covered by insurance, the insurance carrier shall be
liable for payment to the extent authorized by the recipient's insurance
policy.
(c) Upon the delivery of a recipient to a facility, in accordance with the
procedure set forth in this Article, the facility director of the facility
shall sign a receipt acknowledging custody of the recipient and for any
personal property belonging to him, which receipt shall be filed with the clerk
of the court entering the hospitalization order.
(Source: P.A. 93‑770, eff. 1‑1‑05.)
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(405 ILCS 5/3‑820) (from Ch. 91 1/2, par. 3‑820)
Sec. 3‑820.
Domestic violence; order of protection.
An order
of protection, as defined in the Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986, may be
issued in conjunction
with a proceeding for involuntary commitment if the petition for an order
of protection alleges that a person who is party to or the subject of the
proceeding has been abused by or has abused a family or household member.
The Illinois Domestic Violence Act of 1986 shall govern the issuance,
enforcement, and recording of orders of protection issued
under this Section.
(Source: P.A. 92‑16, eff. 6‑28‑01.)
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