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University of Miami Involuntary Civil Commitment In the US Discussion

 

In the context of this chapter and, having discussed these issues in class, answer these questions:

  1. How would you describe the four categories of involuntary civil commitment? Use examples of laws from the book or outside accounts from your own experience or other reading.
  2. Comparing the burden of proof needed for court action in civil commitment with the criminal court requirement, what do you feel should be the appropriate standard of proof – the preponderance of the evidence, clear and convincing evidence, or beyond a reasonable doubt, and why?

As with prior even-numbered chapters – NO APA format required. There is a maximum page requirement – answer the questions adequately in NO MORE than three pages.