Persons in custodial institutions

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Statutory text

(1) Persons with mental illness in custodial institutions, like beggar homes, children's homes, etc., shall be provided with mental healthcare and treatment.
(2) The authority in charge of the custodial institution shall ensure that such persons receive appropriate mental healthcare and treatment.
(3) If any person with mental illness in a custodial institution needs to be admitted to a mental health establishment, it shall be done in accordance with the provisions of this Act for supported admission.

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