Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
Does a person, after being arrested, have the right to refuse medical treatment at a hospital while in police custody? Also, what laws cover this issue for the state of Texas?
Asked on 9/19/13, 2:02 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Cynthia Henley
Cynthia Henley, Lawyer
Depends on what you are talking about. In some situations, the police have the right to obtain your blood for investigative purposes.
Answered on 9/25/13, 12:38 pm
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