Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Flashcards
1
Q
The DOLs legislation is an amendment to what document?
A
The Mental Capacity Act of 2005
2
Q
In what settings can DOLs only be used?
A
Care homes or hospitals
3
Q
In other settings, who must be got to deprive someone of their liberty?
A
A Court of Protection
4
Q
Who must care homes or hospitals ask if they want to deprive someone of their liberty?
What is this called?
A
The local authority or health body.
This is called requesting a standard authorisation
5
Q
If someone is going to have a DOLs, what must be given to them?
A
The relevant persons representative
This is someone with legal powers to represent them.
Usually a family member or friend.
6
Q
What are some other safeguards regarding DOLS?
A
- Right to challenge the Court of Protection without cost
- Access to independent mental capacity advocates (IMCAs)
