The Act specifies the responsibilities of the municipality, and sets the requirements for quality and the justification for services.
The role of the Child Welfare Tribunal is related to compulsory measures. The tribunal makes decisions about the placement of drug and alcohol addicts in an institution for a maximum of 3 months. For pregnant drug and alcohol addicts, such placement may comprise the duration of the pregnancy. Chapter 10 of the Act outlines information about detention in an institution without the person's consent § 10-2, and detention for pregnant substance abusers.
The tribunal function as an appeals body for certain compulsory measures for individuals with mental disabilities. Chapter 9 of the Act outlines the role of the boards in such cases.