If a person is thought to be a danger to themselves or others, or has a grave incapacity, they may be treated on an involuntary basis. There are two types of processes to initiate involuntary commitment: (1) emergency and (2) judicial.

The reasons for court-ordered treatment can be complex. This involves court recommendations and the continual monitoring of the client through the medical and court system.

person — thought to be a danger to themselves or others, or has a grave incapacity, they may be treated on an involuntary basis. involuntary commitment — kept in custody without consent after a waiting period. advance directive — document that allows a person to make decisions when they are still capable of making them; includes the living will, power of attorney, and health-care proxy. emergency admission — hospital admission for persons reasonably determined to have mental illness and, due to this, are deemed to be dangerous to self or others.