HI SB1179

Adds definitions of "danger of physical harm to others" and "danger of physical harm to self" to existing law on court orders for medical treatment in correctional facilities

Allows petitions for involuntary medical treatment to be filed in either district or circuit court, and permits declarations of need to be filed in place of affidavits

Extends the examination period from two to five days prior to filing a petition for involuntary medical treatment

Clarifies notification requirements for hearings, expands grounds for continuing hearings for good cause, and provides court flexibility in appointing guardians ad litem or temporary guardians

Clarifies the effective expiration date of medical treatment orders for individuals who are released and later return to custody