Sec. 1. A service provider may use seclusion or restraint of a patient only in the following cases:
(1) When necessary to prevent danger of abuse or injury to the patient or others.
(2) As a measure of therapeutic treatment.
[Pre-1992 Revision Citation: 16-14-1.6-6 part.]
As added by P.L.2-1992, SEC.21.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 27. Rights of Individuals Being Treated for Mental Illness or Developmental Disabilities
Chapter 4. Seclusion and Restraint of Patients
12-27-4-1. Cases in Which Seclusion or Restraint May Be Used
12-27-4-2. Recording Instances of and Reasons for Use of Seclusion or Restraint
12-27-4-3. Observation of Restrained or Secluded Patient; Recording