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Mental Health Legal Assistance Directory

If your rights as a mental health patient have been violated — by a practitioner, a facility, or through unlawful involuntary admission — you have legal recourse. This directory lists attorneys and legal aid organisations across South Africa who specialise in mental health law.

Your key legal rights as a mental health patient in South Africa:

Right to informed consent before any treatment (Mental Health Care Act, s 9)
Right to appeal involuntary admission within 30 days
Right to lodge a complaint with the HPCSA against any registered practitioner
Right to approach the Health Ombud for facility complaints
Right to legal representation at Mental Health Review Board hearings
Right to access Legal Aid South Africa if you cannot afford an attorney

For the full rights guide, see our Know Your Rights page.

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Lodge a formal complaint against a registered health professional directly with the HPCSA.

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Independent complaints body for health facility complaints, including mental health facilities.

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Free listings are available for attorneys and legal aid organisations. Submit your details and we will add you to the directory within 5 business days.

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The information provided on this website is for educational and research purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

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