Missouri HB2952 mandates mental health evaluations for arrested individuals within 45 days to determine competency for criminal proceedings.

Missouri HB2952 establishes that any person arrested must undergo a mental health evaluation within 45 days to assess their competency for criminal proceedings. The Department of Mental Health must report annually on the status of these evaluations. If delays occur, they must be documented and approved by the court. The bill also requires the department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly starting January 1, 2027.

Missouri HB2952 mandates mental health evaluations for arrested individuals within 45 days to determine competency for criminal proceedings.

Missouri HB2952 establishes that any person arrested must undergo a mental health evaluation within 45 days to assess their competency for criminal proceedings. The Department of Mental Health must report annually on the status of these evaluations. If delays occur, they must be documented and approved by the court. The bill also requires the department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly starting January 1, 2027.