Bill > HB2404

This bill amends Arizona law to allow for the apprehension and transportation of individuals needing mental health evaluation by "authorized transporters" in addition to peace officers, provided there are reasonable grounds to believe the person can be safely transported by these authorized individuals. This change aims to offer an alternative to using law enforcement for such transports, potentially freeing up peace officers for other duties. The bill also clarifies that courts, evaluation agencies, and mental health treatment agencies are not liable for civil claims arising from the use of authorized transporters, as long as the transporter acts without gross negligence. Furthermore, it updates the petition for evaluation form to include a statement about the possibility of using an authorized transporter and removes the requirement for the petition to explicitly state that the transport must be *without* the assistance of a peace officer, reflecting the new flexibility.

Health and Social Services

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84167