HB159:

Emergency custody and temporary detention orders; transportation of minor, acceptance of custody.

Bill Summary:

Emergency custody and temporary detention orders; custody. Requires a facility or location to which a minor or adult who is subject to an emergency custody or temporary detention order is transported to accept custody of the minor or adult upon completion of transportation and arrival of the minor or adult at the facility and specifies that the primary law-enforcement agency shall provide transportation of a person who is involved in the involuntary commitment process, rather than a sheriff, as provided under current law.

Bill Patron: Byron

Last Action(s):
(House) Left in Courts of Justice February 15, 2022

Bill Status: