Sec. 471.
Preference between the department designated hospital and other available hospitals shall be given to the hospital which is located nearest to the individual's residence except when the individual requests otherwise or there are other compelling reasons for an order reversing the preference.
History: 1974, Act 258, Eff. Nov. 6, 1974
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 330 - Mental Health Code
Act 258 of 1974 - Mental Health Code (330.1001 - 330.2106)
258-1974-4-FINDINGS-AND-DISPOSITIONS - Findings and Dispositions (330.1468...330.1475a)
Section 330.1469 - Repealed. 1996, Act 588, Imd. Eff. Jan. 21, 1997.
Section 330.1470 - Adequate and Appropriate Treatment Required; Inquiry.
Section 330.1471 - Preference as to Hospitals.
Section 330.1472 - Repealed. 1996, Act 588, Imd. Eff. Jan. 21, 1997.
Section 330.1475a - Hospitalization Without Hearing; Objection.