§ 122C‑343.  Involuntary commitments.
Involuntary commitments of non‑State residents are made under the provisions of Parts 6 through 8 of this Article. If after commitment to a 24‑hour facility the facility determines that the respondent needs long‑term care and should be returned to his state of residence, the provisions of G.S. 122C‑345 or G.S. 122C‑361, as appropriate, shall apply. (1899, c. 1, s. 16; Rev., s. 4584; C.S., s. 6210; 1945, c. 952, s. 33; 1947, c. 537, s. 18; 1963, c. 1184, s. 1; 1971, c. 1140; 1973, c. 476, s. 133; c. 673, s. 13; 1985, c. 589, s. 2.)