This form is an official State of New York Family Court sample form, a detailed Order - Extension of Period of Commitment for Lack of Capacity. Available for download in Wordperfect and Adobe pdf formats.
Queens New York Order — Extension of Period of Commitment for Lack of Capacity is a legal process in the Queens County of New York that allows for the extension of the commitment period for individuals who lack the capacity to make decisions regarding their mental health and well-being. This extension provides the necessary time for comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and care to be provided to these individuals. The order is typically sought when a person is deemed to lack the capacity to make informed decisions regarding their mental health treatment, often due to severe mental illness or cognitive impairments. It is granted by the Queens County court system upon a request made by a qualified mental health professional or a family member who has standing in the case. Keywords: — Queens New York: Refers to the Queens County located in the state of New York, specifically highlighting the jurisdiction where the order is sought. — Order: Indicates an official legal decision or directive issued by a court or a judge. — Extension of Period of Commitment: The process of extending the time during which an individual is legally committed to receive mental health treatment and care. — Lack of Capacity: Describes the individual's inability to understand and make informed decisions about their mental health due to mental illness or cognitive impairments. Different types or variations of the Queens New York Order — Extension of Period of Commitment for Lack of Capacity may include: 1. Temporary Extension Order: A short-term order granted for a limited period to allow for additional evaluation and assessment of the individual's mental health condition. 2. Indeterminate Extension Order: An order that extends the commitment period without a specific end date, typically granted when ongoing treatment and care are necessary until the individual's mental health improves or stabilizes. 3. Limited Extension Order: An order that extends the commitment period but with specific conditions or limitations, such as outpatient treatment or supervised release, depending on the individual's circumstances and progress in treatment. Please note that the specific types of orders may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the legal framework of the Queens County court system.Queens New York Order — Extension of Period of Commitment for Lack of Capacity is a legal process in the Queens County of New York that allows for the extension of the commitment period for individuals who lack the capacity to make decisions regarding their mental health and well-being. This extension provides the necessary time for comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and care to be provided to these individuals. The order is typically sought when a person is deemed to lack the capacity to make informed decisions regarding their mental health treatment, often due to severe mental illness or cognitive impairments. It is granted by the Queens County court system upon a request made by a qualified mental health professional or a family member who has standing in the case. Keywords: — Queens New York: Refers to the Queens County located in the state of New York, specifically highlighting the jurisdiction where the order is sought. — Order: Indicates an official legal decision or directive issued by a court or a judge. — Extension of Period of Commitment: The process of extending the time during which an individual is legally committed to receive mental health treatment and care. — Lack of Capacity: Describes the individual's inability to understand and make informed decisions about their mental health due to mental illness or cognitive impairments. Different types or variations of the Queens New York Order — Extension of Period of Commitment for Lack of Capacity may include: 1. Temporary Extension Order: A short-term order granted for a limited period to allow for additional evaluation and assessment of the individual's mental health condition. 2. Indeterminate Extension Order: An order that extends the commitment period without a specific end date, typically granted when ongoing treatment and care are necessary until the individual's mental health improves or stabilizes. 3. Limited Extension Order: An order that extends the commitment period but with specific conditions or limitations, such as outpatient treatment or supervised release, depending on the individual's circumstances and progress in treatment. Please note that the specific types of orders may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the legal framework of the Queens County court system.
