There is a newer version of the Massachusetts General Laws
2006 Massachusetts Code - CHAPTER 123B. — MENTAL RETARDATION.
- Chapter 123B — Section 1. Definitions.
- Chapter 123B — Section 2. Mental retardation; regulations.
- Chapter 123B — Section 3. Transfers; notice to guardian or relative; consent; objection; hearing;right to counsel; emergency transfer.
- Chapter 123B — Section 4. Periodic review; notice.
- Chapter 123B — Section 5. Retention of persons.
- Chapter 123B — Section 6. Voluntary admissions; consultation with attorney; discharge.
- Chapter 123B — Section 7. Voluntary admissions; withdrawal; notice; examination.
- Chapter 123B — Section 8. Transportation of mentally retarded persons; restraint.
- Chapter 123B — Section 9. Mailing privileges; visitation rights; legal and civil rights.
- Chapter 123B — Section 10. Legal capacity of persons admitted or committed.
- Chapter 123B — Section 11. Guardian or conservator; appointment.
- Chapter 123B — Section 12. Deposit of funds held in trust for residents; unclaimed funds and personalproperty; fiduciaries.
- Chapter 123B — Section 13. Administration of estate of deceased resident.
- Chapter 123B — Section 14. Violent or unnatural death of residents; notice to district attorney.
- Chapter 123B — Section 15. Instruction and education; work programs; sale of work products.
- Chapter 123B — Section 16. Charges for care of persons in facilities.
- Chapter 123B — Section 17. Records; inspection.
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