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As used in this subchapter, “emergency”:

  1. (1) Means a circumstance in which:

    1. (A) A person:

      1. (i) Sustains injuries that render him or her unable to independently communicate with emergency contacts; or

      2. (ii) Exhibits a symptom that renders him or her unable to independently communicate with emergency contacts, including without limitation:

        1. (a) Memory loss;

        2. (b) Loss of ability to understand or express speech;

        3. (c) Disorientation; or

        4. (d) Confusion and agitation;

    2. (B) Contact information for next of kin or other designated emergency contact is not otherwise available; and

    3. (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. (2) Includes without limitation:

    1. (A) A motor vehicle accident;

    2. (B) An accident involving another mode of transportation;

    3. (C) A natural disaster; or

    4. (D) Being a victim of a criminal act.


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