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PJC 245.3

I NVOLUNTARY C OMMITMENT

If you answered “Yes” to Question 1, then answer Question 4. Otherwise, do not answer Question 4. QUESTION 4 Do you find by clear and convincing evidence that, as a result of that chemi cal dependency, INITIALS OF PROPOSED PATIENT will continue to suffer abnormal mental, emotional, or physical distress? Answer “Yes” or “No.” Answer: _______________ If you answered “Yes” to Question 4, then answer Question 5. Otherwise, do not answer Question 5. QUESTION 5 Do you find by clear and convincing evidence that, as a result of that chemi cal dependency, INITIALS OF PROPOSED PATIENT will continue to deterio rate in ability to function independently if not treated? Answer “Yes” or “No.” Answer: _______________ If you answered “Yes” to Question 5, then answer Question 6. Otherwise, do not answer Question 6. QUESTION 6 Do you find by clear and convincing evidence that, as a result of that chemi cal dependency, INITIALS OF PROPOSED PATIENT is unable to make a ratio nal and informed decision as to whether to submit to treatment? Answer “Yes” or “No.” Answer: _______________ COMMENT Source. The foregoing questions are based on Tex. Health & Safety Code §§462.062(e)(2), 462.068, 462.069, which provide criteria for a court order for treat ment for chemical dependency. The definition of “clear and convincing evidence” is based on State v. Addington , 588 S.W.2d 569, 570 (Tex. 1979), and Tex. Civ. Prac. &

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