Queensland Consolidated Acts

MENTAL HEALTH ACT 2016 - SECT 278

278 Giving statement of rights to patients and others

After admission of a patient to an authorised mental health service, the administrator of the authorised mental health service must ensure—

(a) the statement of rights is explained to the patient; and

(b) a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient, if requested; and

(c) a copy of the statement of rights is given to the patient’s nominated support person, family, carers and other support persons, if requested.