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§ 22-56-6 — Abuse, Exploitation, Neglect - Penalties; Reporting to Agencies

Alabama § 22-56-6
JurisdictionAlabama
Title 22Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control
Ch. 56Mental Health Consumers’ Rights Act

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Ala. Code § 22-56-6 (2026).

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Any provider who abuses, exploits, or neglects a consumer in his or her care shall be subject to the civil and criminal remedies and penalties prescribed in Alabama law. All instances of abuse, exploitation, or neglect, as defined by Alabama law, shall be reported to appropriate licensing or investigative agencies, in a manner consistent with Alabama law.

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Legislative History

(Acts 1995, No. 95-744, p. 1690, §6.)

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