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GA SB286
GA SB286Courts and Penal Institutions; substance abuse programs and mental health treatment programs in county and municipal jails for inmates; provide
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Introduced
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Titles 15 and 42 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to courts and penal institutions respectively, so as to provide for substance abuse programs and mental health treatment programs in county and municipal jails for inmates and applicants to such programs; to provide for drug court divisions and mental health court divisions to establish procedures for voluntary admission into such programs; to provide for rules and regulations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes new provisions for substance abuse and mental health treatment programs in county and municipal jails in Georgia. Specifically, the bill allows drug court and mental health court divisions to create petitions and procedures that enable inmates and program applicants to voluntarily participate in substance abuse and mental health treatment programs within county and municipal jails. The Department of Corrections will be responsible for creating rules and regulations to establish these programs, including setting minimum standards for their implementation. Under the bill, when a petition is accepted, the respective court division (drug or mental health) will order the petitioner to participate in the appropriate program. The successful completion of these programs will be determined according to existing criteria established in the Georgia Code. The goal appears to be providing structured, voluntary rehabilitation opportunities for individuals struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues while incarcerated, with the potential to support their recovery and reduce recidivism.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70898 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/234144 |
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