Bill > HB3587

This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law regarding mental health treatment, primarily by authorizing court-ordered outpatient treatment as an alternative to hospitalization, and it establishes an effective date of November 1, 2026. Key provisions include allowing courts to order individuals to receive outpatient treatment if it's deemed adequate to meet their needs and prevent harm, with periodic reviews of treatment every ninety days instead of annually, and the introduction of status hearings for these reviews that parties must be notified of. The bill also directs district attorneys to present treatment plans developed by certified community mental health centers, which must be created in coordination with the individual, their advocates or guardians, and the treatment team, with any significant changes requiring court approval. It clarifies that individuals under court-ordered outpatient treatment have the same rights as those in assisted outpatient treatment, and while courts can order individuals to self-administer psychotropic drugs within a specified range, forced administration of medications is prohibited for those under court-ordered outpatient treatment. Furthermore, facilities must petition the court before making material changes to treatment plans, and health directives must be considered when developing these plans.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3587&Session=2600