Involuntary Admission Process Illinois

Summary

In Illinois, police officers use a Petition for Involuntary/Judicial Admission form for involuntary admission of suicidal individuals. Officers assess the situation, fill out the form if needed, and provide it to EMS or a mental health facility. The form is county-specific, so contact local mental health facilities or law enforcement for the correct version.

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so what happens on scene, like the cop determine they need to be admitted and fill out paperwork to give to the EMS personnel or when do they fiull out the form and who do they give it to?
In Illinois, when police officers determine that someone needs involuntary admission due to being suicidal, they typically:
- Assess the situation on scene.
- Fill out the "Petition for Involuntary/Judicial Admission" form if necessary.
- Provide the form to EMS personnel or a mental health facility upon transfer of the individual.
Do you need more details on the process?
is there a link to the form that I can print it out
The "Petition for Involuntary/Judicial Admission" form is usually specific to each county in Illinois. It's best to contact your local mental health facility or law enforcement agency directly to obtain the correct form. They can provide you with the appropriate version for your area and guidance on the process.