Texas HB1239 amends the preliminary examination period for mental health protective custody to 120 hours.

HB1239 modifies the Texas Health and Safety Code to change the detention period for individuals awaiting a preliminary mental health examination from 120 hours to 48 hours. This change applies to emergency detentions starting after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. If the 48-hour period concludes on a non-business day or before 4 p.m., detention can extend until 4 p.m. on the next business day. Additionally, in cases of extreme weather or disaster, a presiding judge or magistrate can extend the detention by 24 hours daily, provided an emergency declaration is made.

Texas HB1239 amends the preliminary examination period for mental health protective custody to 120 hours.

HB1239 modifies the Texas Health and Safety Code to change the detention period for individuals awaiting a preliminary mental health examination from 120 hours to 48 hours. This change applies to emergency detentions starting after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. If the 48-hour period concludes on a non-business day or before 4 p.m., detention can extend until 4 p.m. on the next business day. Additionally, in cases of extreme weather or disaster, a presiding judge or magistrate can extend the detention by 24 hours daily, provided an emergency declaration is made.