If you are involuntarily committed, you have the right to request that your records periodically be reviewed to determine if it is safe to release you. This request is possible because of:

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O'Connor v. Donaldson (1975) established that a state cannot constitutionally confine a non-dangerous individual who is capable of surviving safely in freedom by themselves or with the help of willing and responsible family or friends. This case underlines the right of involuntarily committed individuals to have their condition and confinement periodically reviewed to assess the necessity of continued commitment.

If You Are Involuntarily Committed, You Have the Right to Request