SB0137

Indiana SB0137 allows involuntary substance use disorder treatment for individuals who refuse voluntary treatment and pose a danger to themselves or.

Indiana SB0137 establishes procedures for involuntary treatment of substance use disorder. It allows a spouse, legal guardian, friend, relative, or medical provider to petition a court for involuntary treatment if the individual refuses voluntary treatment and poses a danger to themselves or others. The court must order an evaluation by a medical provider within 15 days. If the evaluation supports immediate treatment and the individual refuses it, the court can order up to 90 days of involuntary outpatient treatment.