The Scottish Mental Health Tribunal: Practice and Procedure

This unique text provides an authoritative and practical commentary on the procedure and practice of the new Mental Health Tribunal for Scotland. A full review of the Mental Health Tribunal for Scotland (Practice and Procedure) (No 2) Rules 2005 is conducted as well as detailed examination of the relevant provisions of the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003. The authors draw upon their own experience, as well as the experience of other members, in convening tribunal hearings. This is an invaluable tool for anyone involved at any level in the tribunal process.