Question 1

What does the Mental Health (Capacity To Consent To Treatment) Bill 2018 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Mental Health Act 2001 to allow people aged 16+ to consent to mental health treatment without parental permission. Enables minors over 16 to make their own decisions about mental health care, changing current consent requirements. Bill lapsed; did not become law. Status and practical effect unknown as it did not complete the legislative process.

Question 2

What stage is the Mental Health (Capacity To Consent To Treatment) Bill 2018 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 20 Apr 2020, the Mental Health (Capacity To Consent To Treatment) Bill 2018 is at Second Stage in 25th Seanad. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Mental Health (Capacity To Consent To Treatment) Bill 2018?

Accepted Answer

The Mental Health (Capacity To Consent To Treatment) Bill 2018 was sponsored by Máire Devine, and was introduced on 16 May 2018.

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