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NY A02733

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/17/2013

Primary Sponsor

Anthony Brindisi

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Origin

Assembly

2013-2014 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Mental Hygiene Law Section 10.09 to require courts to order discharge plans when respondents are released from secure treatment facilities, including supervision via electronic monitoring or GPS tracking for a court-determined period
  • Requires discharge plans to ensure respondents return to their county of residence with suitable seasonal clothing (not exceeding $65 value) and transportation arrangements
  • Mandates discharge plans include referrals to community services deemed appropriate by the Commissioner, including medication, aftercare services, and employment assistance
  • Applies identical discharge planning requirements to Section 10.11 for respondents discharged from strict and intensive supervision regimens
  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Provides additional discharge planning for persons being released from civil confinement including supervision, electronic monitoring, appropriate clothing, transportation, medication and a service plan.

Last Action

referred to mental health

1/8/2014

Committee Referrals

Mental Health1/17/2013

Full Bill Text

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