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This bill establishes a framework for mobile crisis teams to access safety-related information from law enforcement agencies when responding to mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis situations. The bill defines a mobile crisis team as a group of professionals including a licensed mental health professional and a certified peer recovery support specialist, employed by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services or a local political subdivision. When responding to a crisis, these teams can request safety-related information from municipal or county law enforcement agencies, which includes details like history of violent behavior, weapon possession, prior incidents requiring law enforcement intervention, outstanding warrants, and other potential safety risks. Law enforcement agencies are required to develop protocols for timely sharing of this information, with the caveat that only information deemed reasonably necessary for team safety will be disclosed, and sealed or expunged records are not to be shared. The bill also provides liability immunity for law enforcement employees who disclose safety-related information in accordance with the established protocols. The legislation is set to become effective on November 1, 2026, and aims to enhance the safety of mobile crisis teams while supporting individuals experiencing mental health or substance use crises.

Health and Social Services

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1227&Session=2600