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Section 136 of the Mental Health Act - Emergency police powers to take you from a public place to a place of safety

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 27/12/2024

This page looks at Section 136 of the Mental Health Act. It looks at when police can use emergency powers to take you from a public place to a place of safety. It explains what your rights are on this section and what could happen after it ends. This information is for people who live with severe mental illness and their carers.

Coronavirus: temporary changes to the Mental Health Act

Last updated: 09/10/2023

What is a criminal record check? DBS checks, work, and mental health

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 27/12/2024

Employers will ask for a criminal record check if you are applying for a job that involves regular work with children or vulnerable adults. These are known as DBS checks. This section explains what these checks are and how you can find out what information is held about you.

Section 135 of the Mental Health Act - Police taking you to a place of safety from a private place

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 27/12/2024

This section looks at section 135 of the Mental Health Act. It explains when and how this section is used. It explains what your rights are on this section. And what could happen after it ends. If you care for someone who is under section 135, you may also find this information helpful.

Mental Health Act

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 23/12/2024

This section is about detention under the Mental Health Act. This is sometimes called ‘sectioning’. We explain why you may be detained, and what rights you have. If you care for someone who has been detained, you might also find this information useful.

Getting help for someone in a mental health crisis

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 23/12/2024

You might know someone who’s 18 or over, lives in England and is experiencing a mental health crisis. They might need urgent help and support. This section gives you information on who to contact.

Police stations - What happens if I am arrested?

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 27/12/2024

This section looks at what happens when the police arrest you if they think you have committed a crime. It looks at your rights at the police station and what happens after you have been arrested. It also looks at what the outcome might be. This information is for adults affected by mental illness in England and their loved ones and carers. It’s also for anyone else interested in the subject.

Advocacy for mental health - Making your voice heard

Advice and information |1 min read |Last updated: 23/12/2024

Advocacy can help if you are having issues with NHS or social services. This section explains more about what advocates do, how they can help you and how you can find one. This information is for adults affected by mental illness in England and their carers and loved ones. It’s also for anyone interested in the subject.

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