What is the test for involuntary commitment under section 6500 of the Mental Health Act?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Evelyn D., B248540 (Cal. App. 2015):
Appellant argues that she is entitled to the least restrictive available placement, such as an involuntary commitment under section 6500. (See People v. Barrett (2012) 54 Cal.4th 1081, 1108 [section 6500 applies to persons who are dangerous because of
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