HB 1355-S - DIGEST |
(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE) |
Finds that: (1) Persons subject to commitment following a determination of not guilty by reason of insanity present unique diagnostic, treatment, supervisory, and public safety challenges that differ substantially from other groups subject to civil commitment; and |
(2) A centralized, quasi-judicial administrative review board with specialized expertise in the unique nature of this population and their public safety challenges will enhance both patient care and public safety. |
Addresses the authority of the public safety review panel. |