SB812

Mental health; creating certain exception related to fulfillment of transport duties. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB812 modifies mental health transport duties for peace officers and sheriffs.

Oklahoma SB812 amends the transportation requirements for peace officers and sheriffs in mental health cases. It allows peace officers to request an assessment at the point of initial contact by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services instead of transporting individuals for initial assessment. It also allows for the use of mechanical restraints under specific conditions, such as when an individual physically assaults the officer or attempts to cause serious physical injury.

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Current
Health and Human Services Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Daniels