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OK HB2986

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/1/2016

Primary Sponsor

Chris Kannady

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 43A O.S. 2011, Section 1-106 to clarify that district attorneys represent "this state" rather than "the people of Oklahoma" in mental health court proceedings.
  • Applies to all court proceedings under the Mental Health Law where the State of Oklahoma or any Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services facility is the petitioner for involuntary commitment.
  • Becomes effective November 1, 2016.

Legislative Description

Mental health; clarifying language; effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Rules

2/2/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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