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  1. South Dakota state law allows a person to proceed with an involuntary commitment for the treatment of another person with a serious mental illness or who has a substance abuse disorder.

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  3. The South Dakota Department of Social Services says that involuntary commitment based on a substance use disorder is possible under South Dakota Codified Laws § 34-20A-70, as long as the person fits the criteria set forth in SDCL 27A-1-2.

  4. commitment may reduce the danger to a person who poses an immediate threat to the health and safety of themselves or others. In the case of individuals who need treatment but do not meet the criteria for emergency commitment or protective custody, involuntary commitment may be used.

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  5. IVC: Introduction. Sometimes, it may be necessary to commit an individual who has a serious substance use disorder—for example, if they pose a safety risk to themselves or others. South Dakota law provides a legal mechanism by which involuntary committal to an approved treatment facility for emergency treatment can be achieved.

  6. b) Involuntary commitment: The commitment period is up to 90 days and this can include inpatient treatment, residential treatment or outpatient treatment services. The length of

  7. Who is appropriate for an SUD involuntary commitment? For an individual to be appropriate for a substance use disorder (SUD) involuntary commitment, the petitioner will need to provide information to support the individual is a substance user who continually lacks self-control, in

  8. Involuntary commitment. A person is subject to involuntary commitment if: (1) The person has a severe mental illness; (2) Due to the severe mental illness, the person is a danger to self or others or has a chronic disability; and. (3) The person needs and is likely to benefit from treatment.