SB691:
Competency to stand trial; order for evaluation or treatment.
Bill Summary:
Competency to stand trial; order for evaluation or treatment; copy to the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. Provides that whenever a court orders an evaluation of a defendant's competency to stand trial, the clerk of the court shall provide a copy of the order to the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. This bill is identical to HB 738.
Bill Patron: Mason
Last Action(s):
(House) Signed by Speaker February 28, 2022
(Senate) Enrolled Bill Communicated to Governor on March 11, 2022 March 11, 2022
(Governor) Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0074)
Bill Status:
Passed House
Passed Senate
Approved