What Burden of Proof Is Required for Involuntary Civil Commitment

question 40

Multiple Choice

What burden of proof is required for involuntary civil commitment of an individual with an intellectual disability?

• A) Reasonable suspicion
• B) Clear and convincing evidence
• C) Beyond a reasonable doubt
• D) Preponderance of the evidence

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