MN HF3137

Courts must order a chemical use assessment for children found delinquent for violating chapter 152 (controlled substances) or committing a felony-level violation of chapter 609 (crime) if alcohol or drug use was a contributing factor, or for children alleged delinquent and held in custody under detention orders.

Assessors must comply with Minnesota Rules parts 9530.6600 to 9530.6655, with the commissioner of human services reimbursing courts up to a maximum of $100 per assessment.

Courts must order a children's mental health screening and chemical use screening when a child is found delinquent, conducted by an approved mental health practitioner or trained probation officer, with results presented only at the dispositional phase unless the parent consents otherwise.

If screening indicates a need for chemical use assessment, the local social services agency must conduct an assessment as defined in section 254A.03, subdivision 3, in consultation with the child's family.

Facility supervisors must conduct mental health and chemical use screenings for detained children with parental consent unless a screening was performed within the previous 180 days or the child is currently under care of a mental health professional or licensed alcohol and drug counselor.