September
11, 2005
UAA SWK -643
11
AS
47.30.655 Purpose of major revision.
Balance Rights & State’s Interests; Principles
1.Every reasonable opportunity to accept voluntary
treatment before involvement
with the judicial system;
2.Least restrictive alternative environment consistent
with their treatment needs;
3.Treatment occur as promptly as possible as close to the
individual's home as
possible;
4.System of mental health community facilities and
supports be available;
5.Patients be informed of their rights and be informed of
and allowed to participate in their
treatment program as much as possible;
6.Persons who are mentally ill but not dangerous to others
be committed only if there
is a reasonable expectation of improving their mental condition.