Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0940-03-01-.03

Current through December 26, 2024

Section 0940-03-01-.03 - RELEASE

A patient approved for release under Rule 0940-3-1-.06.

(1) May become a voluntary patient if he

(a) applies for admission, and

(b) meets the voluntary admission standards under T.C.A. § 33-6-101, and

(c) all available less drastic alternatives to inpatient treatment are unsuitable to his needs.

(2) Shall be considered for release to voluntary outpatient treatment, or mandatory outpatient treatment under T.C.A. §§ 33-6-109 or 33-6-201.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0940-03-01-.03

Original rule filed November 9, 1978; effective December 25, 1978. Repealed by Public Chapter 969; effective July 1, 1984. New rule filed July 11, 1984; effective August 10, 1984.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 33-1-204 and 33-1-205.