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Knowing Your Rights in a Forensic Facility

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to be free from seclusion and restraint unless you are an immediate danger to yourself or others;

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PS: I don't know much about seclusion or restraint. Can you tell me about that? A: Sure! Seclusion should only be used to keep a person safe during an emergency situation, by restricting their ability to move about freely and keeping them away from other persons. Restraints should only be used to keep a person safe in an emergency situation, by physically holding a person, involuntarily medicating a person, or by mechanical restraints. You have the right to be free from seclusion and restraint unless you are an immediate danger to yourself or others.