AZ HB2706

Creates a new statute (36-540.03) allowing courts to enter orders for intensive treatment services for mental health patients who are chronically resistant to treatment.

Requires intensive treatment services plans to be approved by the court, prepared by staff familiar with the patient's case, and approved by the medical director overseeing treatment.

Mandates courts advise patients that noncompliance with the intensive treatment services plan may result in placement in inpatient treatment and detention by peace officers.

Requires medical directors to provide notice to courts of patient noncompliance and file written progress reports at least every 60 days, with courts authorized to hold periodic compliance hearings.

Defines intensive treatment services to include intensive case management with frequent in-person contact, stable housing or residential placement, reliable transportation, and specified treatment services designed to prevent relapse and protect patient and public safety.