Form

Form COP DOL10: Apply to authorise a deprivation of liberty

Social workers can use this form to apply for permission from the court to restrain and restrict someone in a care setting.

Documents

Application to authorise a deprivation of liberty

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Cais i awdurdodi colli rhyddid (adran 4A(3) a 16(2)(a) o Ddeddf Galluedd Meddyliol 2005)

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Details

Read the guidance on deprivation of liberty.

Read more about Court of Protection fees.

Read more about deprivation of liberty safeguards.

The applications are part of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, Sections:

  • 4A(3)
  • 16(2)(a)

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Published 1 March 2017