Incarcerated persons: mental health evaluations.

Summary

The bill changes California's parole‑related mental‑health rule so that a prisoner only needs to satisfy three of five listed conditions to qualify for state‑hospital treatment. It defines what counts as a severe mental health disorder, expands the definition of physical harm, and sets out new evaluation procedures. The change aims to make treatment more accessible for inmates who pose a danger because of untreated mental illness.

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Hearings

• Public Safety Committee Hearing
  Public Safety · Mar 17, 2026

History

1. Apr 20, 2026From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a).
2. Mar 17, 2026In committee: Set, first hearing. Failed passage.
3. Feb 23, 2026Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
4. Feb 10, 2026From printer. May be heard in committee March 12.
5. Feb 9, 2026Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• DeMaio · sponsor

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