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Originally Posted by Nehkara
Spears' psychiatrist authorized her mental health hold, I believe.
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If it works the same way as in alberta, the alberta mental health act states that you can be detained for a period of up to 72 hours with 2 physicians (MH nurse and a doctor usually) who declare you to be a threat to yourself or others. You have no idea how many times a day this happens in calgary alone, I cant believe it took them so long for them to make her certified.
(Edit : A police officer also has the power to certify but the form only lasts 24 hrs, and must be renewed by a doctor)