§ 1 Short title
§ 2 Application of chapter
§ 3 Definitions
§ 4 Coordination of alcoholism programs; rules and regulations; providing for facilities and services
§ 5 Powers and duties of department
§ 6 Licensing and approval of facilities
§ 6A Licensing and approval of halfway houses
§ 6B Licensing and approval of treatment program units
§ 7 Detoxification facility; admission procedure; treatment; notification to family; transportation; aftercare treatment
§ 8 Incapacitated persons; assistance to facility or protective custody
§ 9 Powers of administrator
§ 10 Juvenile patients or juveniles held in protective custody
§ 11 Treatment record; patient’s rights
§ 12 Service forces; establishment; nature; duties
§ 13 Civil and criminal liability of certain persons performing duties under this chapter
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Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws > Chapter 111B - Alcoholism

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