Hawaii HB2363 amends criteria for assisted community treatment for individuals deemed dangerous due to mental illness or substance abuse.

Hawaii HB2363 modifies the criteria for assisted community treatment under Hawaii Revised Statutes. It specifies that an individual may be ordered to obtain assisted community treatment if they are mentally ill or suffering from substance abuse, are likely to become dangerous without supervision, and have a history of refusing treatment or repeat offenses. The bill emphasizes that assisted community treatment is essential when less intrusive alternatives are insufficient.

Hawaii HB2363 amends criteria for assisted community treatment for individuals deemed dangerous due to mental illness or substance abuse.

Hawaii HB2363 modifies the criteria for assisted community treatment under Hawaii Revised Statutes. It specifies that an individual may be ordered to obtain assisted community treatment if they are mentally ill or suffering from substance abuse, are likely to become dangerous without supervision, and have a history of refusing treatment or repeat offenses. The bill emphasizes that assisted community treatment is essential when less intrusive alternatives are insufficient.