Petition For Involuntary Treatment {MH 785}

MH 785 - PETITION FOR INVOLUNTARY TREATMENT. This form is used to request court-ordered mental health treatment for individuals believed to be severely mentally disabled and in need of care. The form is authorized under Sections 304 and 305 of Pennsylvania’s Mental Health Procedures Act and allows for involuntary commitment to outpatient, partial hospitalization, inpatient treatment, or Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT). It may be filed by medical professionals, facility directors, county officials, or other responsible parties depending on the patient’s current treatment status. The form is structured into several parts: Part I(a) is used to initiate a court order for involuntary treatment when the person is currently in treatment or not receiving care. Part I(b) is for patients in need of AOT after inpatient treatment or during existing AOT. Part II documents the explanation of rights to the patient. Part III contains findings from a current examination by a physician or psychologist, establishing whether the individual meets the legal criteria for severe mental disability and poses a clear and present danger to themselves or others. Part IV is completed by the court to formalize the order, specifying the type and duration of treatment and confirming that the chosen treatment is the least restrictive option. The form also outlines legal criteria for involuntary treatment, including the patient’s inability to meet basic needs or a recent history of self-harm, suicide attempts, or harm to others. It requires supporting documentation and witness information and includes provisions for confidentiality, particularly regarding substance use disorder records. www.FormsWorkflow.com