§ 10–6A-02

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 10-6A-02 (2026)

Title 10. Mental Health Law

Subtitle 6A. Assisted Outpatient Treatment Programs

(a)

The issuance of an assisted outpatient treatment order against a respondent under this subtitle may not be:

(1)

The basis for the involuntary admission of the respondent to a facility under this title; or

(2)

Used as evidence of incompetency of the respondent.

(b)

This subtitle may not be construed to abridge or modify any civil right of the respondent, including:

(1)

Any civil service ranking or appointment;

(2)

The right to apply for voluntary admission to a facility under § 10–609 of this title; and

(3)

Any right relating to a license, permit, certification, privilege, or benefit under any law.

(c)

Any right normally afforded to an individual in a civil or criminal matter shall apply.