Description

The Law "On Psychiatric Care" of the Republic of Uzbekistan regulates the provision of psychiatric assistance, ensuring the rights and freedoms of individuals receiving such care. It establishes legal guarantees for the protection of mental health, defines the responsibilities of medical institutions and professionals, and sets standards for voluntary and involuntary psychiatric treatment. The law applies to Uzbek citizens, as well as foreign nationals and stateless persons in Uzbekistan, granting them equal rights to psychiatric care. It also outlines procedures for appeals, consent to treatment, and safeguards against unlawful restrictions, ensuring compliance with international human rights standards.