Form 84A.4  Order For Detention - Mental Health Act 2001, Section 25(6)

What this form is for

• • Use this form when a court needs to order detention for mental health assessment
• • Use this form when detention is required under Section 25(6) of the Mental Health Act 2001
• • Use this form when other less restrictive options have been considered
• • Use this form only when proper legal procedures have been followed
• • Do not use this form for voluntary admissions to psychiatric facilities

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

Detention orders must be completed and filed promptly once the court makes its determination to avoid any gaps in legal authority for detention.

Before you submit

• • All personal details of the detained person are complete and accurate
• • Legal basis for detention is clearly stated
• • Medical information supporting detention is included
• • Duration of detention is specified correctly
• • Authorized signatures are present
• • Form is completed in full with no blank sections
• • Copies are made for all parties involved
• • Court filing fees are paid if required

How to file this form

1. 1Obtain the official Form 84A.4 from the Courts Service
2. 2Complete all sections with accurate information about the person and case
3. 3Have the form reviewed by legal counsel if possible
4. 4Submit the completed form to the appropriate court office
5. 5Pay any required filing fees
6. 6Obtain a copy of the filed form for your records
7. 7Ensure all relevant parties receive notification of the detention order

Known limitations

• • This form can only be used by authorized court officials
• • Detention must be justified under specific sections of the Mental Health Act
• • The form does not replace proper court hearings
• • Regular reviews of detention orders are required by law
• • The form must be completed in accordance with current mental health legislation