Inmates: mental health.
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No
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the mental health needs of inmates in county jails. It expands the ability to administer antipsychotic medication to individuals found incompetent to stand trial, particularly when a serious mental health disorder is present and less intrusive treatment isn’t feasible. The bill requires a court to find specific evidence before authorizing involuntary medication and mandates regular reviews of medication orders. It also clarifies procedures for emergency medication administration and outlines rights for individuals receiving involuntary treatment, with the provisions set to expire in 2030.
Key provisions
- Allows involuntary administration of antipsychotic medication to incompetent defendants in county jail.
- Requires a court to find specific evidence (psychiatrist’s opinion, lack of alternatives) before ordering involuntary medication.
- Establishes a process for regular court review (every 60 days) of involuntary medication orders.
- Defines criteria for emergency medication administration, including a sudden and marked change in mental condition.
- Enumerates specific rights for individuals receiving involuntary medication.
- Specifies a 72-hour validity period for involuntary medication orders.
- Prohibits using temporary access to basic needs (food, clothing, shelter) as a basis to deny necessary treatment.
- Exempts this bill from reimbursement requirements under the California Constitution.
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