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Va. Code Ann. § 37.2-1100 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning: "Disorder" includes any physical or mental disorder or impairment, whether caused by injury, disease, genetics, or other cause. "Incapable of making an informed decision" means unable to understand the natu…
Va. Code Ann. § 37.2-1101 Judicial authorization of treatment
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A. An appropriate circuit court or district court judge or special justice may authorize treatment for a mental or physical disorder on behalf of an adult person, in accordance with this section, if it finds upon clear and convincing evidence that (i) the person is either incapab…
Va. Code Ann. § 37.2-1102 Certain actions may not be authorized
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The following actions may not be authorized under this chapter: 1. Nontherapeutic sterilization, abortion, or psychosurgery. 2. Admission to a training center or a hospital. However, the court may issue an order under § 37.2-1101 authorizing treatment of a person whose admission …
Va. Code Ann. § 37.2-1103 Emergency custody orders for adult persons who are incapable of making an informed decision as a result of physical injury or illness
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A. Based upon the opinion of a licensed physician that an adult person is incapable of making an informed decision as a result of a physical injury or illness and that the medical standard of care indicates that testing, observation, and treatment are necessary to prevent imminen…