Kentucky SB312 amends involuntary hospitalization procedures, including transport and cost provisions.

Kentucky SB312 modifies the involuntary hospitalization process by detailing the duties of certified court security officers, including transporting patients to designated hospitals. It specifies that transportation costs for patients are to be paid by the cabinet, following administrative regulations. The bill also mandates that courts notify receiving hospitals immediately upon ordering involuntary hospitalization and outlines the documents required for patient transport.

Kentucky SB312 amends involuntary hospitalization procedures, including transport and cost provisions.

Kentucky SB312 modifies the involuntary hospitalization process by detailing the duties of certified court security officers, including transporting patients to designated hospitals. It specifies that transportation costs for patients are to be paid by the cabinet, following administrative regulations. The bill also mandates that courts notify receiving hospitals immediately upon ordering involuntary hospitalization and outlines the documents required for patient transport.