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This bill allows magistrates and judges to order mental health evaluations for individuals charged with specific offenses, including violations of domestic violence protective orders, violations of personal safety orders, and threats of terroristic acts, before setting their bond. The purpose of these evaluations is to determine if the defendant requires mental health treatment or counseling as a condition of their release, with the evaluation needing to be scheduled within 10 days of the order and the report submitted to the magistrate within 48 hours of completion. Following the report, a bond hearing must be held within five days. This provision aims to ensure public safety and address potential underlying mental health issues that may contribute to these offenses.

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