SB 185 updates the process for treating criminal defendants who are found incompetent to stand trial, allowing courts more flexibility in deciding whether defendants receive treatment in a state hospital or through community-based programs. The bill also clarifies the timeline and procedures for evaluating whether a defendant has regained competency to proceed with their case.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
Judiciary Tabled Passed, YEAS 6, NAYS 0. S.J. 273
Judiciary Scheduled for hearing
First read in Senate and referred to Senate Judiciary S.J. 232
Alan Solano
Prime sponsor · Sen.
R
Michael Diedrich
Prime sponsor · Rep.
R
Cosponsors
Judiciary — Tabled