Section 162 Commission’s power to make reference to TribunalI1

(1)

This section applies where a patient is subject to a relevant compulsion order.

(2)

If it appears to the Commission that it is appropriate to do so, it may make a reference to the Tribunal in respect of the compulsion order to which the patient is subject.

(3)

Where a reference is to be made under subsection (2) above, the Commission shall, as soon as practicable, give notice that a reference is to be made to—

(a)

the patient’s responsible medical officer; and

(b)

the persons mentioned in section 157(a) to (e) of this Act.

(4)

A reference under subsection (2) above shall state—

(a)

the name and address of the patient;

(b)

the name and address of the patient’s named person; and

(c)

the reason for making the reference.

Annotations

Commencement

I1: S. 162 in force at 5.10.2005 by S.S.I. 2005/161, art. 3 (as substituted (1.7.2005) by S.S.I. 2005/375, art. 2 and as amended (22.9.2005) by S.S.I. 2005/459, art. 2)