Vermont S0195 amends commitment proceedings to require legal representation and allows court review of nonhospitalization orders.
Vermont S0195 modifies judicial proceedings for involuntary treatment by mandating that the Office of Defender General provide legal representation to individuals in commitment proceedings. It also allows the court to review and potentially revoke nonhospitalization orders if the patient is not complying with the treatment or if the alternative treatment is inadequate. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026.
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