Revises provisions relating to forensic mental health in Nevada.

Revises provisions relating to forensic mental health in Nevada. Amends existing law to allow a court to order the involuntary court-ordered admission of a defendant to a public or private mental health facility under certain circumstances. Requires the court to order the involuntary admission if the defendant is found to be a danger to himself or herself or to society, and that commitment is required for a determination of the defendant’s ability to receive treatment to competency and to attain competence.

Revises provisions relating to forensic mental health in Nevada.

Revises provisions relating to forensic mental health in Nevada. Amends existing law to allow a court to order the involuntary court-ordered admission of a defendant to a public or private mental health facility under certain circumstances. Requires the court to order the involuntary admission if the defendant is found to be a danger to himself or herself or to society, and that commitment is required for a determination of the defendant’s ability to receive treatment to competency and to attain competence.