Parens patriae refers to the state's right to make decisions that are in the individual's best interest and to the idea that police power gives the state the right to protect society from harm. These two principles have been used to support:

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Parens patriae and police power principles are often used to justify involuntary commitment, where the state acts as a guardian for individuals unable to care for themselves or poses a danger to society.

Parens Patriae Refers to the State's Right to Make Decisions