Adult protection and the law in Scotland
By: Hilary Patrick and Nicola Smith.
Contributors: Smith, Nicola.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Professional
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Language: eng
Number of pages: 227
ISBN-13: 9781847664877
Subjects: Capacity and disability -- Scotland; Mental health laws -- Scotland
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The development of adult protection law in Scotland; title: The legal framework; title: Key organisations an individuals; title: Principles in adult protection law; title: Harm and abuse; title: Local authorities' role and responsibilities; title: Powers and duties of other organisations; title: Emergencies; title: Supporting the adult; title: Court measures of protection; title: Cooperation and confidentiality; title: Adult protection and human rights; title: The courts and the legal system; title: The criminal justice system; title: The future of adult protection.