This is a legal form that was released by the Wisconsin Circuit Court - a government authority operating within Wisconsin. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form ME-901?
A: Form ME-901 is a Statement of Emergency Detention by Law Enforcement Officer in Wisconsin.
Q: What is the purpose of Form ME-901?
A: The purpose of Form ME-901 is to document the emergency detention of an individual by a law enforcement officer in Wisconsin.
Q: When is Form ME-901 used?
A: Form ME-901 is used when a law enforcement officer believes that an individual is mentally ill and a danger to themselves or others, and requires immediate detention for evaluation and treatment.
Q: Who fills out Form ME-901?
A: A law enforcement officer fills out Form ME-901.
Q: What information is included in Form ME-901?
A: Form ME-901 includes information about the individual being detained, the reasons for the detention, and the details of the evaluation and treatment being sought.
Q: What happens after Form ME-901 is submitted?
A: After Form ME-901 is submitted, the court will review the information and determine whether to continue the detention and proceed with a hearing.
Q: Can an individual be held indefinitely based on Form ME-901?
A: No, an individual cannot be held indefinitely based on Form ME-901. The court will schedule a hearing to determine the appropriate course of action.
Q: What rights does an individual have during the detention process?
A: During the detention process, an individual has the right to legal representation, the right to present evidence, and the right to challenge the detention.
Q: Is Form ME-901 confidential?
A: Yes, Form ME-901 and all related records are confidential and cannot be released except as authorized by law.
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