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Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code § 5255

Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code § 5255

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Cal. Welfare and Institutions Code § 5255, California, version 1 as recorded 2026-07-25, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/949663
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As soon after the certification as practicable, an attorney or patient advocate shall meet with the person certified to discuss the commitment process and to assist the person in preparing for the certification review hearing or to answer questions or otherwise assist the person as is appropriate.