CHC 1464 - Voluntary admission of minors - Louisiana Statutes

CHAPTER 11. VOLUNTARY ADMISSION

Art. 1464. Voluntary admission of minors

A. Any minor sixteen years of age or older may apply for voluntary admission to a treatment facility pursuant to this Chapter.

B. A minor so admitted shall have the same rights as an adult patient.

C. The admitting physician may admit the person on either a formal or informal basis, as hereinafter provided.

Acts 1991, No. 235, §14, eff. Jan. 1, 1992.