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NY A08599
Bill
Status
Introduced
9/21/2011
Primary Sponsor
Naomi Rivera
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AI Summary
- Requires service providers to notify local law enforcement in writing upon admission of any resident certified as violent to a community residence or supportive living facility
- Defines "violent resident" as a person with mental illness or developmental disability certified by a mental health professional as likely to cause physical harm to others, or likely to cause such harm if treatment ceases
- Mandates annual written notice by November 1st of all violent residents in community residences and supportive living facilities to local law enforcement agencies with jurisdiction
- Applies to residential buildings with 15+ units where more than 20% of units house persons with mental illness or developmental disability receiving services from providers or not-for-profit organizations
- Directs the Office of Mental Health and Office for People with Developmental Disabilities to jointly develop and enforce regulations for implementation, effective 180 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Requires providers of services to the mentally ill or developmentally disabled to provide written notice to police of any violent residents in community residences and supportive living facilities.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/4/2012
Committee Referrals
Mental Health9/21/2011
Full Bill Text
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