Emergency Psychiatric Evaluation Process

Summary

In Massachusetts, if someone is abusing substances and poses a risk to themselves or others, you can request an emergency psychiatric evaluation through a Section 12. Contact the local police department or a healthcare professional, explain the situation, and they may conduct an evaluation to decide if an emergency psychiatric hold is necessary.

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To proceed with a Section * in Massachusetts:
- Contact the local police department or a healthcare professional.
- Explain the situation, emphasizing the risk to your daughter or others.
- They may conduct an evaluation and decide if an emergency psychiatric hold is necessary.
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