After the filing of the petition with the court, the court shall give notice of the hearing to the following persons:

1. (a) the individual for whom involuntary commitment is sought;
2. (b) the parent, spouse, personal representative, or legal guardian, if any;
3. (c) the person filing the petition;
4. (d) the attorney representing the individual for whom involuntary commitment is sought;
5. (e) the head of the treatment facility if the individual is in a treatment facility; and

6. (f) any other person the court determines shall have notice of the proceedings.

   The notice shall include the date, time, and place of hearing, a clear statement in plain and simple language of the purpose of the proceedings, and the possible consequences to the individual for whom involuntary commitment is sought; a copy of the petition or affidavit and supporting certificates of the examining physician; and the right to the assistance of an attorney, and the appointment of an attorney if the individual named in the petition is unable to afford one.

HISTORY: 1986 Act No. 487, Section 2.