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The term "restricted patient" is defined in [[s79]] as those subject to:

* a restriction order under [[s41]]. See [[Section 37/41: hospital order with restrictions]].

* a limitation direction under [[s45A]]. See [[Section 45A: hospital direction]].

* a restriction direction under [[s49]]. See [[Sections 47, 48 and 49: transferred prisoners]].

* or any patient treated as if subject to a restriction order/direction by other legislation. This would include those subject to a restriction order given under [[CPIA 1964 s5]] (or the equivalent order given prior to the amendment of that Act).

If the special restrictions set out in [[s41]] are imposed, it means that leave under [[s17]], transfer under [[s19]], and discharge under [[s23]] cannot take place without the consent of the [[Ministry of Justice]]. There are other implications, notably in relation to MHT applications and discharge.

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