Enhances the assisted outpatient treatment program; eliminates the expiration and repeal of Kendra's Law.

New York S03474 amends the mental hygiene law and correction law to enhance the assisted outpatient treatment program and make Kendra's Law permanent. It specifies that a court cannot order assisted outpatient treatment without a physician's proposed treatment plan and testimony. It mandates that the treatment plan include case management services, medication, and relevant testing for alcohol or illegal substances. The bill also outlines procedures for petitioning the court for continued treatment, modifying treatment plans, and ensuring timely delivery of treatment services.

Enhances the assisted outpatient treatment program; eliminates the expiration and repeal of Kendra's Law.

New York S03474 amends the mental hygiene law and correction law to enhance the assisted outpatient treatment program and make Kendra's Law permanent. It specifies that a court cannot order assisted outpatient treatment without a physician's proposed treatment plan and testimony. It mandates that the treatment plan include case management services, medication, and relevant testing for alcohol or illegal substances. The bill also outlines procedures for petitioning the court for continued treatment, modifying treatment plans, and ensuring timely delivery of treatment services.