SB1473

Oklahoma SB1473 modifies definitions related to guardianships, particularly concerning gravely disabled individuals.

Oklahoma SB1473 amends definitions in the Courtney Smith Act, focusing on guardianships. It updates the definition of "gravely disabled" to clarify conditions where a person, due to mental illness, cannot provide for basic needs like food, clothing, or shelter. The bill also allows guardians with general guardianship to request municipal or county officials to retrieve and deliver gravely disabled wards to inpatient treatment if they are in unsheltered environments and meet specific criteria. The changes aim to ensure better care and safety for individuals with severe mental illnesses.