Welf. & Inst. Code, § 5585.25 · Chapter 1. General Provisions
Welf. & Inst. Code, § 5585.25
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
“Gravely disabled minor” means a minor who, as a result of a mental disorder, is unable to use the elements of life that are essential to health, safety, and development, including food, clothing, and shelter, even though provided to the minor by others. Intellectual disability, epilepsy, or other developmental disabilities, alcoholism, other drug abuse, or repeated antisocial behavior do not, by themselves, constitute a mental disorder.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 457, Sec. 53. (SB 1381) Effective January 1, 2013.
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