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Indiana Court of Appeals Reaffirms Limits on “Special Conditions” in Civil Commitment Orders

[06/26/25]

Posted on June 26, 2025 in Health Law News, Litigation Analysis, Mental Health

Published by: Hall Render

The Indiana Court of Appeals (the “Court”) recently reiterated that trial courts may not impose “special conditions” in civil commitment orders without record evidence tying the condition to the patient’s treatment or public safety. The Court invalidated a trial court’s blanket prohibition on alcohol and non-prescription drugs, finding no evidentiary basis for the restriction.... READ MORE

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