HB 4486 Summary

• Expands the Mental Health Code to include substance use disorder services alongside mental health and developmental disability services in definitions and regulatory framework.

• Establishes involuntary treatment procedures for adults with substance use disorders who present imminent danger to self or others, allowing petitions by spouses, family members, guardians, or health professionals filed in probate court.

• Requires court-ordered examinations by physicians and health professionals within 24 hours of petition filing, with hearings within 7 days to determine if clear and convincing evidence supports involuntary treatment orders.

• Allows courts to order temporary holds up to 72 hours pending hearings and permits peace officers to transport respondents to approved service programs, with costs paid by petitioner or guarantor.

• Prohibits local governments from criminalizing public intoxication or incapacitation, instead directing individuals to approved service programs or emergency medical services for assessment and voluntary or court-ordered treatment.