AZ HB2330

Requires courts to screen criminal defendants who are military members or veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) immediately after prosecution is commenced.

Orders courts to refer screened defendants to the Veterans Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, or qualified entities for examination and assessment, with a report due within 10 days.

Protects statements made during screening and examination as privileged and inadmissible in trial without defendant consent, except for evidence directly related to the alleged offense.

Allows courts to stay adjudication of guilt with state consent or suspend sentence and place defendants on probation if diagnosed with military-related PTSD or TBI, considering offense severity and public safety.

Requires defendants whose adjudication is stayed or who receive probation to successfully complete the treatment recommended in the assessment report.