(1) An authorized staff physician of the hospital shall discharge the child from the hospital within five (5) days, exclusive of holidays and weekends, after receipt of a child's notice of intent to leave, unless the hospital, the parent, or other person exercising custodial control or supervision files a notice of contest with the court within the five (5) day period. (2) Copies of the notice of contest shall be delivered by the party originating it to: (a) The child or his attorney; (b) The child's parent or other person exercising custodial control or supervision; and (c) The hospital. (3) The proponent of continued hospitalization shall file a petition for certification with his notice of contest.
‹ Prev All Kentucky sections Next ›
Lexace provides legal information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created. Statute text is provided for general information and may not reflect the most recent amendments; verify against the official state code.