§ 40.1-5-23 - Access to information. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 40.1-5-23

   § 40.1-5-23  Access to information. –The mental health advocate shall have access to the following information:

   (1) The names of all persons in treatment, and the date andplace where treatment was begun, unless the patient specifically objects inwriting. The patient shall be informed of his or her right to so object at thetime of his or her admission.

   (2) All written protests and withdrawals of protests ofinvoluntary treatment.

   (3) All current records required to be maintained under theprovisions of this chapter, pertaining to individualized treatment plans andnotices of denials of special rights, provided that the patient in treatment orguardian gives written permission.