(a) A person apprehended or detained under this subchapter has the right:
(1) to be advised of the location of detention, the reasons for the detention, and the fact that detention could result in a longer period of involuntary commitment;
(2) to contact an attorney of the person’s choice and to a reasonable opportunity to contact that attorney;
(3) to be transported to the location of apprehension or other suitable place if the person is not admitted for emergency detention, unless the person is arrested or objects to the return;
(4) to be released from a facility as provided by § 462.047; and
(5) to be advised that communications to a chemical dependency treatment professional may be used in proceedings for further detention.
(b) Within 24 hours after the time of admission, a person apprehended or detained under this subchapter shall be advised, orally, in writing, and in simple, nontechnical terms, of the rights provided by this section.

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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 462.048

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005