Psychiatric Facilities
A mental health hold, civil commitment, or involuntary hold is a temporary, legally authorized mental health detention of an individual for evaluation to ensure they are safe to return to the community. Explore our resources to learn more about your rights during a mental health hold.
This presentation explains what happens during a mental health hold in Colorado, including how holds begin, how long they may last, and what can happen after an evaluation. It also outlines your rights during a hold or involuntary treatment and what you can do if you believe those rights have been violated.
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Request Assistance
Have your rights been violated during a mental health hold? Review our Request Assistance page to see if we can help.