This document contains official instructions for Form DC-491 , Medical Emergency Custody Petition - a form released and collected by the Virginia District Court. An up-to-date fillable Form DC-491 is available for download through this link.
Q: What is Form DC-491?
A: Form DC-491 is the Medical Emergency Custody Petition in Virginia.
Q: What is the purpose of Form DC-491?
A: The purpose of Form DC-491 is to request emergency custody of an individual for medical reasons.
Q: Who can file Form DC-491?
A: Form DC-491 can be filed by any person who has knowledge of an individual's medical emergency and believes that emergency custody is necessary for their treatment.
Q: What information is required in Form DC-491?
A: Form DC-491 requires information about the individual in need of emergency custody, the medical emergency, and the reasons why emergency custody is necessary.
Q: Is there a filing fee for Form DC-491?
A: Yes, there is a filing fee for Form DC-491. The amount may vary depending on the jurisdiction.
Instruction Details:
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