KRS 202A.061: Two certifications required. (Effective until October 1, 2026)

In any proceeding for involuntary hospitalization under the applicable provisions of this

chapter, if the criteria for involuntary hospitalization are not certified by at least two (2)

examining qualified mental health professionals, the court shall, without taking any

further action, terminate the proceedings and order the release of the person. The

qualified mental health professionals shall certify to the court within twenty -four (24)

hours (excluding weekends and holidays) of the examination, their findings and opinions

as to whether the person shall be involuntarily hospitalized.

Effective: July 1, 1982