HI SB1179

Allows petitions for involuntary medical treatment of inmates and detainees to be filed in either district or circuit court, expanding from circuit court only.

Extends the examination window from two days to five days prior to petition submission and allows declarations as an alternative to affidavits from examining physicians or psychologists.

Adds specific definitions for "danger of physical harm to self" and "danger of physical harm to others" to establish clearer involuntary treatment criteria.

Expands notification requirements to include the person's emergency contact listed while in custody, and allows the court greater flexibility to appoint a guardian ad litem or temporary guardian at any point during proceedings when the person is unable to participate.

Clarifies that involuntary medical treatment orders (up to one year) may remain effective if a released person returns to custody while the underlying criminal case is active or the sentence is not fully served.