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OK HB3345
OK HB3345Inmate assessment and evaluations; providing risk, mental health and substance abuse screenings for arrested persons; effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to inmate assessment and evaluations; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 3-704, which relates to the assessment and evaluation of inmates; providing risk, mental health and substance abuse screenings for arrested persons; requiring review of screenings by approved personnel; clarifying procedures regarding the admissibility of certain information and screening results; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill expands the existing law regarding inmate assessments to now include risk, mental health, and substance abuse screenings for any person who has been arrested for a criminal offense, not just those accused of felonies. These screenings must be administered and reviewed by personnel approved by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and individuals needing assistance to participate will be provided with it. While the results of these screenings are accessible to the court, district attorney, and the arrested person and their counsel, they generally cannot be used as evidence in a criminal case unless the defendant agrees or for specific purposes like determining sentencing and diversion options after a guilty plea. The court and district attorney are required to consider these screening results when deciding on sentencing and diversion options. This act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Policy recommendation to the Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight committee; Do Pass Public Safety (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3345&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB3345%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3345%20INT.PDF |
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