Signed by Governor Katie Hobbs

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with House amendments and pass a bill that requires individuals who are charged a crime and are found to be dangerous and incompetent to stand trial to be placed in a licensed secure facility if placement in a secure state mental health facility is not feasible in Arizona.

Highlights:

• Requires individuals who are charged with a crime and are found to be dangerous and incompetent to stand trial to be placed in a licensed secure facility if placement in a secure state mental health facility is not feasible in Arizona (Sec. 1-4).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 5).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to amend and pass a bill that requires individuals who are charged with a crime and are found to be dangerous and incompetent to stand trial to be placed in a licensed secure facility if placement in a secure state mental health facility is not feasible in Arizona.

Highlights:

• Requires individuals who are charged with a crime and are found to be dangerous and incompetent to stand trial to be placed in a licensed secure facility if placement in a secure state mental health facility is not feasible in Arizona (Sec. 1-4).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 5).

Full Bill Text