OK SB240

Amends definitions in the mental health and substance abuse services laws, redefining "person requiring treatment" to include specific criteria related to mental illness or substance abuse dependency rather than just "risk of harm to self or others."

Adds treatment advocates as persons authorized to file or request a district attorney to file petitions for involuntary commitment, expanding who can initiate such proceedings beyond family members, licensed professionals, and peace officers.

Replaces the previous general "risk of harm" standard with detailed subcategories including substantial risk of physical harm, severe deterioration, inability to provide for basic needs, and violent behavior toward others.

Specifies that mental health or substance abuse history may be used as evidence but shall not be the sole basis for determining if someone is a "person requiring treatment."

Effective date set for November 1, 2011.