Massachusetts Jurisprudence Psychology 2021 Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

6. Mass General Law c.123 Section 1-36B {Ans: Statutes dealimg with mentally ill,mentally "retarded", commitment and discharge, tx of commited persons with antipsychotics, emegency restraint, app for hospitalization, competence, commitment of etoh and substance abusers, duty to warn}19C REPORTABLE DISABLED PERSONS ABUSE {Ans: Physical /emotional injury, unconsented sexual activity}51A {Ans: File if your concerned the child has suffered some kinds of abuse "Reasonable cause" Physical or emotional injury-abuse which causes harm or risk of harm including sexual, and neglect including malnutrition, physical dependence on drug at birth May also contact law enforcement or child advocate Hospital personnel may take pics of visible trauma without parents consent If not filed, fine of 1000, if frivolous fine of 2000 for first offense and imprisonment for 6months for 2nd offense Knowledge of abuse that results in serious injury or death that does not report, fine of 5000 and imprisonment for 2.5 years ITS OKAY IF YOU WORK FOR SCHOOL HOSPTIAL ETC IF THEY DESIGNATE A PEROSN REPSONSIBLE FOR REPORTING your responsibility is discharged once you notify that person -MAKE SURE TO DOCUMENT YOU INFORMED THAT PERSON}19C Protective services for disabled with consent of guardian {Ans: No time frame given