It is the policy of this state that no person shall be denied care and treatment for mental illness nor shall services be delayed at a facility of the state or a political subdivision of the state because of inability to pay for such care and treatment.
History. Code 1933, § 88-502.2, enacted by Ga. L. 1969, p. 505, § 1; Code 1933, § 88-502.3, enacted by Ga. L. 1978, p. 1789, § 1.
Cross references.
Payment of patient expenses for support, treatment in state institutions generally, T. 37, C. 9.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 3 - Examination, Treatment, etc., for Mental Illness
Article 5 - Payment of Expenses of Patient Care and Transportation Generally
§ 37-3-120. Effect of Inability to Pay on Right to Care and Treatment
§ 37-3-121. Liability for Certain Expenses of Transporting, Examining, and Caring for Patients
§ 37-3-122. Payment of Expenses Incurred in Connection With Hearings Held Under This Chapter