Arizona HB2944 amends laws on involuntary stabilization for impaired persons.

Arizona HB2944 amends sections 36-501 and 36-526 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, and adds a new article 5 to chapter 18 of title 36, relating to involuntary stabilization of impaired persons. The bill defines key terms such as "impaired person," "mental disorder," and "stabilization period." It outlines the process for petitioning the court for stabilization, the rights of the impaired person during detention, and the maximum duration of the stabilization period, which is not more than five calendar days.

Arizona HB2944 amends laws on involuntary stabilization for impaired persons.

Arizona HB2944 amends sections 36-501 and 36-526 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, and adds a new article 5 to chapter 18 of title 36, relating to involuntary stabilization of impaired persons. The bill defines key terms such as "impaired person," "mental disorder," and "stabilization period." It outlines the process for petitioning the court for stabilization, the rights of the impaired person during detention, and the maximum duration of the stabilization period, which is not more than five calendar days.