What is this form for?

This form is for the court to write down extra findings and orders related to admitting someone to a psychiatric residential treatment facility with a conservator's consent.

Who fills out this form?

The form is designed to be completed by the court.

JV-177Mandatory

Admission to Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility by Consent of Conservator—Additional Findings and Orders

California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2024

This form is used by the court to write down extra findings and orders when a child or nonminor is being admitted to a psychiatric residential treatment facility with the agreement of a conservator. It also includes sections for the court to order plans for the person's safe return home.

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This form is used in a juvenile case when the court is making decisions about admitting a child or nonminor to a psychiatric residential treatment facility with the consent of a conservator.

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What is this form for?: This form is for the court to write down extra findings and orders related to admitting someone to a psychiatric residential treatment facility with a conservator's consent.
Who fills out this form?: The form is designed to be completed by the court.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.

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