AZ HB2353

Amends guardianship law to allow guardians with mental health authority to apply for admission of their ward to a level one behavioral health facility without court-ordered evaluation procedures.

Requires physicians to conduct investigation, interview, obtain informed consent, and make written determination that ward needs inpatient care in a less restrictive setting before admission.

Creates new petition process allowing guardians to request court orders for peace officers to transport wards to behavioral health facilities or hospitals for evaluation or treatment.

Petition must include ward's information, mental health details, facts supporting placement need, proof of guardianship authority, and facility acceptance documentation; court must hold hearing within two judicial days if required.

Provides immunity from civil liability for behavioral health facilities, hospitals, and peace officers acting in good faith under this section and court orders.