New York A01327 amends bail conditions for individuals charged with a crime, allowing for non-monetary conditions if a mental illness is likely to.

New York A01327 amends the criminal procedure law to allow courts to release individuals charged with a crime under non-monetary bail conditions if a mental illness is likely to result in harm to the individual or others. The bill specifies that courts may permit individuals to present themselves to a hospital for voluntary admission or issue a civil order for removal to a hospital for psychiatric assessment. It also mandates that discharge and aftercare planning, including supportive housing referrals, be provided consistent with federal and state law.

New York A01327 amends bail conditions for individuals charged with a crime, allowing for non-monetary conditions if a mental illness is likely to.

New York A01327 amends the criminal procedure law to allow courts to release individuals charged with a crime under non-monetary bail conditions if a mental illness is likely to result in harm to the individual or others. The bill specifies that courts may permit individuals to present themselves to a hospital for voluntary admission or issue a civil order for removal to a hospital for psychiatric assessment. It also mandates that discharge and aftercare planning, including supportive housing referrals, be provided consistent with federal and state law.