Texas Health and Safety Code 462.012 – Right to Refuse Medication
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(a) Each patient receiving treatment in a treatment facility licensed by the department under Chapter 464 has the right to refuse unnecessary or excessive medication.
(b) Medication may not be used by the treatment facility:
(1) as punishment; or
(2) for the convenience of the staff.