The reforms of Spanish law on legal capacity and supported decision-making for persons with disabilities

Publication date

2023-09-08

Abstract

This article provides an updated account of the reforms introduced in Spanish adult protection laws to comply with Article 12 CRPD. It examines the new legal framework for supporting and protecting adults with disabilities resulting from the entry into force of Act 8/2021 of 2 June. In addition to commenting on the most relevant statutory rules, it furnishes information about case law developments and the impact of reforms on the legal situation of persons with intellectual or psychosocial disabilities or mental health disorders

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Article


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peer-reviewed

Language

English

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