Examination and release of person; notice

§ 21–527. Examination and release of person; noticeThe chief of service of a hospital in which a person is hospitalized under a court order entered pursuant to section 21–524 shall, within 48 hours after the order is entered, have the person examined by a physician. If the physician, after his examination, certifies that in his opinion the person is not mentally ill to the extent that he is likely to injure himself or others if not presently detained, the person shall be immediately released. The chief of service shall, within 48 hours after the examination has been completed, send a copy of the results thereof by certified or registered mail to the spouse, parents, attorney, legal guardian, or nearest known adult relative of the person examined.