If a conservator is appointed with powers over the person for mental health treatment, the declaration for mental health treatment shall remain in effect and shall be superior to the powers and duties of the conservator with respect to mental health treatment covered under the declaration.
Structure 2021 Tennessee Code
Title 33 - Mental Health and Substance Abuse and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Chapter 6 - Mental Health Service
Part 10 - Declarations for Mental Health Treatment
§ 33-6-1001. Declaration for Mental Health Treatment Authorized — Contents
§ 33-6-1002. “Incapable of Making Mental Health Treatment Decisions” Defined
§ 33-6-1006. Care Contrary to Declaration — Authorization by Review Committee — Emergency
§ 33-6-1007. Declaration Superior to Powers of Conservator
§ 33-6-1009. Effect of Declarations Executed in Another State
§ 33-6-1010. Incorporation Into Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care
§ 33-6-1011. Immunity for Actions Taken or Not Taken in Good Faith Reliance on Declaraton