Which of the following is NOT a question that addresses the issues of civil (involuntary) commitment?
A) Should a mentally ill person be involuntarily committed if he or she is not dangerous but in need of treatment?
B) Should a mentally ill person be civilly committed if he or she has been convicted of a crime?
C) Should a mentally ill person be involuntarily committed at the request of family or relatives who believe it is in the person's best interest?
D) If a person is mentally ill, unable to care for him/herself, and in need of help, should the law allow for involuntary commitment?
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