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100 _aJones, Richard
245 _aMental Health Act manual
250 _a24th ed.
260 _aLondon :
_bSweet & Maxwell,
_c2021
300 _axlv, 1146p
520 _aThe Mental Health Act Manual has been fully updated to cover the latest case law and legislative developments. This book provides readers with a clear understanding of all aspects of the Mental Health Act 1983. The work is a vital tool for busy professionals requiring insight and guidance in the complex area of mental health law. The Act is reproduced alongside the associated Rules and Regulations, all carefully annotated by Richard Jones. Features Written in a clear, practical style, designed to be accessible to both the medical and legal profession User-friendly style: primary and secondary legislation is annotated in the Parts with the analysis of important contextual aspects of mental health law located in the Annexes Readers benefit from the expertise and advice of one of the most highly respected individuals in the field Includes all the relevant primary and secondary legislation on mental health law with detailed annotations An annotated version of the Mental Health Units (Use of Force) Act 2018 is reproduced. Explains the impact of the 2007 Act, detailing how each section of the MHA 1983 has been affected. Provides guidance on the Code of Practice.
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_aMental health services
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_aLegislation
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_aJurisprudence
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_aLaw
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