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OK HB2148

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/4/2013

Primary Sponsor

Jeffrey Hickman

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

HB 2148 Summary

  • Amends 43A O.S. 2011, Section 1-106 to clarify the representation of the state in mental health court proceedings

  • Changes language from "the people of Oklahoma" to "this state" in district attorneys' representation duties

  • Specifies that district attorneys represent the state in all Mental Health Law court proceedings when the State of Oklahoma or any facility operated by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is the petitioner for involuntary commitment

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Mental health; clarifying language; effective date.

Civil and Criminal Procedure and Courts

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/6/2013

Committee Referrals

Rules2/6/2013

Full Bill Text

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