Cto Lapse Consequences Explained

Summary

A Community Treatment Order (CTO) in Victoria mandates treatment for individuals with mental illness while living in the community. Once a CTO lapses, the individual is no longer legally required to comply with its conditions, but voluntary support may still be offered. If needed, a new CTO can be issued after a psychiatric evaluation and a mental health tribunal review.

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What happens after a CTO lapses in vic
Hi ****, after a Community Treatment Order (CTO) lapses in Victoria (VIC), the following can happen:
- The individual will no longer be legally required to comply with the conditions of the CTO.
- Mental health services may still provide voluntary support if needed.
- If necessary, a new CTO can be issued following a review.
Would you like more information on what constitutes a CTO and the conditions under which it can be reissued?
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A CTO, or Community Treatment Order, is a legal order that mandates a person with a mental illness to receive treatment while living in the community. In Victoria, a CTO can be reissued under the following conditions:
- The person must be examined by a psychiatrist.
- The psychiatrist must believe that the person meets the criteria for compulsory treatment.
- A mental health tribunal hearing may be conducted to review the case.
Do you need details on how the tribunal process works?