Expanding pilot program to implement involuntary commitment process in additional West Virginia counties.

The bill expands the pilot program to implement an involuntary commitment process to include additional counties in West Virginia. It mandates that mental health centers explain the commitment process, identify alternative treatments, and communicate with listed parties. The Department of Human Services must evaluate alternative transportation providers and develop standards for their use. The bill also establishes a process for retrospective audits of involuntary commitment applications and forms.

Expanding pilot program to implement involuntary commitment process in additional West Virginia counties.

The bill expands the pilot program to implement an involuntary commitment process to include additional counties in West Virginia. It mandates that mental health centers explain the commitment process, identify alternative treatments, and communicate with listed parties. The Department of Human Services must evaluate alternative transportation providers and develop standards for their use. The bill also establishes a process for retrospective audits of involuntary commitment applications and forms.