Mental Illness
Involuntary Commitment of an Individual With Mental Illness
Probate Court Services:
For information regarding services which are available to individuals with mental illness:
- The Probate Court assists with mentally ill patients when a Petition/Application for Hospitalization (PC M201) and (MC 97) is filed with the court requesting a transport order for an individual to be examined by a physician or licensed psychologist. A Notice of Inability to Secure Evaluation/Examination is also required to be executed by the petitioner (PC M245).
- If the court receives a Petition for Mental Health Treatment (PC M201) and 2 Clinical Certificates (PC M208) from a hospital, the court schedules a hearing.
- An attorney is appointed to represent an individual who is the subject of the Petition for the court proceedings.
Community Resources:
Livingston County Community Mental Health
2280 E. Grand River
Howell, Michigan 48843
(517) 546-4126
cmhliv.org