Intellectual Disabilities

The Commission’s Compulsory Care for People with Intellectual Disabilities project followed on from the 2001 Vincent Review, which recommended greater transparency in the processes used to restrain people in care without their consent.

In the People with intellectual disabilities at risk: Report, the Commission recommended introduction of legislative principles, a statutory office of Senior Clinician, preparation of detention plans and the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal should be able to review decisions.

  • Reference
  • Consultation
  • Submissions
  • Final report
  • Tabled in parliament

People with Intellectual Disabilities at Risk: Terms of Reference

The Victorian Law Reform Commission will: Review existing provisions for the compulsory treatment and care of persons with an intellectual disability...

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People with Intellectual Disabilities at Risk: Discussion Paper

The People with intellectual disabilities at risk: A legal framework for compulsory care discussion paper was released in May 2002 and received 29...

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People with Intellectual Disabilities at Risk: Report

The People with Intellectual Disabilities at Risk: A Legal Framework for Compulsory Care: Report was tabled in Parliament on 20 November 2003.  The...

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People with Intellectual Disabilities at Risk: Recommendations

1.     The legislation that regulates detention and restrictive practices should contain principles to guide its interpretation. 2.     These...

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