Can hospitals hold you against your will?

Yes. Hospitals can hold a patient against their will under certain circumstances. These circumstances may vary from state to state, but they typically include the seguintes:

Involuntary psychiatric commitment: If you are a danger to yourself or others due to a psychiatric condition, a mental health professional may evaluate you and have you involuntarily committed to a psychiatric hospital for tratamento.

Infectious diseases: If you have a contagious disease that could spread to others, you may be involuntarily quarantined in the hospital to prevent its transmission.

Medical conditions that require immediate atenção: If you have a medical condition that is life-threatening or could cause serious harm if you leave the hospital, doctors may hold you against your will for treatment. This could include conditions such as a heart attack, stroke, or severe infection.

Minors: Minors can be held in the hospital against their will by their parents or guardians for medical treatment.

It is important to note that hospitals cannot hold you against your will indefinitely. There are legal procedures in place to ensure that your rights are protected, such as the right to a hearing to challenge your involuntary commitment.