California AB1922 aims to restrict the use of mechanical restraints on incarcerated patients in hospitals.

California AB1922 seeks to limit the use of mechanical restraints on incarcerated patients receiving care in hospitals. The bill prohibits the use of such restraints unless there is an immediate physical threat, in which case they must be ordered by clinical staff and documented. Mechanical restraints can only be used for the duration necessary to prevent another escape attempt and must be reassessed regularly.

California AB1922 aims to restrict the use of mechanical restraints on incarcerated patients in hospitals.

California AB1922 seeks to limit the use of mechanical restraints on incarcerated patients receiving care in hospitals. The bill prohibits the use of such restraints unless there is an immediate physical threat, in which case they must be ordered by clinical staff and documented. Mechanical restraints can only be used for the duration necessary to prevent another escape attempt and must be reassessed regularly.