Establishes provisions for jail reimbursement by the Department of Mental Health for individuals lacking mental fitness.
The bill establishes provisions for jail reimbursement by the Department of Mental Health for individuals who lack mental fitness to proceed in a trial or conviction. It mandates the Department to reimburse counties or cities for the time individuals spend in custody at a rate of $150 per day, subject to appropriation. The bill also outlines the process for submitting claims and requires the Department to review and approve reimbursements. The reimbursement is applicable when a person is determined to lack mental fitness to proceed in a trial or conviction under section 552.020.
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