Legislation

Enhances rights of guardians and agents in involuntary treatment processes, ensuring they are notified of petitions, can participate in treatment planning, and clarifying procedures for court-ordered evaluations.

This bill addressed reforms to the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB). ACMI was actively involved in shaping this legislation.

Allows courts to appoint a guardian ad litem to evaluate if a criminal defendant deemed incompetent requires a guardian or conservator.

Seals records of court-ordered treatment.

Makes it easier for courts & doctors to place patients in ASH when needed.

Creates secure commitment & release process for incompetent/dangerous defendants.

Superior Court now reviews GEI (Guilty Except Insane) discharges from ASH.

SMI patients who are incompetent/dangerous placed in secure, 16-bed facilities.