Establishes mental health courts in New Hampshire to monitor offenders with mental illnesses and reduce incarceration costs.
New Hampshire HB1067 amends the state's mental health court program to reduce incarceration costs by lowering recidivism and providing alternative interventions. The bill authorizes counties, districts, or non-profits to apply for grants to operate mental health courts. Successful applicants must form a team approach including a judge, prosecutor, and defense clinician. Before acceptance, individuals undergo risk and clinical assessments. The courts collect data using an approved electronic system and prepare a report on activities and outcomes.
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