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Trusts & Estates: Escaping the LPS Revolving Door

California Trusts and Estates Quarterly, Volume 16, Issue 1, 2010

by Christopher D. Carico | Partner & James E. Spar, M.D.

I. Introduction

An LPS conservatorship allows involuntary mental health treatment for individuals who are presently gravely disabled as a result of mental illness or chronic alcoholism.1 It is designed for individuals that cannot or will not voluntarily accept treatment. Contrary to popular opinion, it is not the only option for involuntary mental health treatment…

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