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4D. Transportation for Commitment: Voluntary vs. Involuntary
What happens if a guardian consents to treatment, but the ward does not?
If you have authority to authorize involuntary treatment, the health care provider may start treatment or may ask you to get a court order.
Transportation Differences Between Voluntary and Involuntary Commitment
Voluntary Commitment
You can choose where to take the ward as long as there’s enough space. You and the ward will make all transportation arrangements and the ward will pay for it.
Involuntary Commitment
The court arranges for transportation to medical facilities in this case.
NOTE: by statute, guardians have authority to commit their wards to a mental health facility for up to 45 days without a hearing. [NDCC 30.1-28-12] These commitments are considered to be voluntary.