Jeffrey C. asked

⚖️  Law

What can we do with an alcoholic in our family who won’t get help for herself? She’s 42 years old, has 2 young children, her blood pressure is high, and she has been to rehab 3 times. We called the sheriff who sent the EMS, but they couldn’t convince her to go to the hospital. What can we do?

December 12th, 2023

Jennifer M. answered

In Texas, the Health & Safety Code § 462.062 allows for court-ordered, involuntary treatment of a pe...

December 12th, 2023

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