Vermont S0250 allows involuntary psychiatric medication in emergencies if certain conditions are met.

Vermont S0250 introduces provisions for the administration of involuntary psychiatric medication in emergency circumstances. This bill permits a treating physician to authorize such medication if the patient poses a risk of serious bodily harm, the medication is necessary and the least restrictive intervention, and less intrusive alternatives have been considered. The authority to administer medication expires after 72 hours or when the emergency ends.

Vermont S0250 allows involuntary psychiatric medication in emergencies if certain conditions are met.

Vermont S0250 introduces provisions for the administration of involuntary psychiatric medication in emergency circumstances. This bill permits a treating physician to authorize such medication if the patient poses a risk of serious bodily harm, the medication is necessary and the least restrictive intervention, and less intrusive alternatives have been considered. The authority to administer medication expires after 72 hours or when the emergency ends.