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OK HB1472
Bill
Status
2/2/2015
Primary Sponsor
Ron Sharp
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AI Summary
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Amends 43A O.S. 2011, Section 1-110 to allow law enforcement agencies to contract with third-party providers for mental health transport services, provided the third party meets minimum standards determined by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
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Maintains existing responsibilities of sheriffs, peace officers, and municipal law enforcement agencies to transport individuals to designated sites or facilities for examination, emergency detention, protective custody, and inpatient services.
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Preserves law enforcement agency responsibility for individuals during transport and allows agencies to enter into lawful agreements with other law enforcement agencies to fulfill transport requirements.
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Authorizes reimbursement to sheriffs and peace officers from the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for transportation services involving minors or adults requiring mental health services.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Mental health; permitting law enforcement agency to contract with third party to provide transport services if minimum standards are met; effective date.
Motor Vehicles and Transportation
Last Action
Authored by Senator Sharp (principal Senate author)
2/12/2015