HB 3715

Abstract

Defines "dangerous to self or others" for the purpose of taking a person with mental illness into custody. Describes evidence that the court must consider in civil commitment proceedings. Directs the Oregon State Hospital to ensure a minimum bed capacity for individuals who have been civilly committed. Directs the Oregon Department of Administrative Services to contract with a qualified community mental health provider to provide certain services in eastern Oregon. Directs the Oregon Health Authority to collect certain data regarding admissions for mental health treatment and submit a report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly relating to health care no later than September 15 of each even-numbered year. Modifies a declaration for mental health treatment to allow the principal to authorize inpatient treatment for up to 180 days. Prohibits a criminal court from committing certain defendants who lack fitness to proceed. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.