Authorizes law enforcement in Crenshaw County to detain individuals with mental illness deemed a danger to themselves or others for evaluation and.

This bill allows law enforcement officers in Crenshaw County to take individuals with mental illness into protective custody if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others. The officers must coordinate with hospitals for evaluation and treatment. The bill provides immunity from civil liability for officers acting in good faith. It also ensures that individuals are released from custody if they are not deemed mentally ill or dangerous after evaluation. The act takes effect on October 1, 2026.

Authorizes law enforcement in Crenshaw County to detain individuals with mental illness deemed a danger to themselves or others for evaluation and.

This bill allows law enforcement officers in Crenshaw County to take individuals with mental illness into protective custody if they pose an immediate danger to themselves or others. The officers must coordinate with hospitals for evaluation and treatment. The bill provides immunity from civil liability for officers acting in good faith. It also ensures that individuals are released from custody if they are not deemed mentally ill or dangerous after evaluation. The act takes effect on October 1, 2026.