Allows criminal courts to make certain mental capacity determinations.
The bill allows criminal courts to make certain mental capacity determinations, including the jurisdiction to make dispositions of individuals alleged to be mentally ill or intellectually disabled. It grants criminal courts full, complete, and general jurisdiction over individuals alleged to be mentally ill or intellectually disabled, aligning with procedures outlined in Chapter 5122 of the Revised Code. The bill also outlines specific procedures for hearings and evaluations, ensuring that individuals have rights such as access to counsel and the ability to contest their commitment.
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