As used in this subchapter, 'emergency':(1) Means a circumstance in which: (A) A person: (i) Sustains injuries that render him or her unable to independently communicate with emergency contacts; or(ii) Exhibits a symptom that renders him or her unable to independently communicate with emergency contacts, including without limitation:(a) Memory loss;(b) Loss of ability to understand or express speech;(c) Disorientation; or(d) Confusion and agitation;(B) Contact information for next of kin or other designated emergency contact is not otherwise available; and(C) Immediate communication with a next of kin or other designated emergency contact is necessary to support the provision of notification by law enforcement; and(2) Includes without limitation: (A) A motor vehicle accident;(B) An accident involving another mode of transportation;(C) A natural disaster; or(D) Being a victim of a criminal act.Amended by Act 2017, No. 626,§ 3, eff. 1/29/2018.Added by Act 2013, No. 590,§ 1, eff. 8/16/2013.
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