Legislation

Section 18 – Return and readmission of patients absent without leave

Introduction

This section authorises the forcible return to hospital of patients absent from hospital without leave. Similar powers are conferred in relation to guardianship patients who fail to reside in the place specified by their guardian and absent recalled community patients. Guidance about the exercise of powers under this section is contained in Chapter 28 of […]

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