Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) court program.
Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
Summary
The bill amends the Health and Safety Code to make treatment courts available to every defendant who qualifies under the Treatment‑Mandated Felony Act. It mandates that these courts follow specific adult and family treatment‑court best‑practice standards, include an expert substance‑abuse and mental‑health evaluation, and provide a continuum of evidence‑based services. The change aims to expand access to treatment, improve public safety, and ensure consistent, equitable program operation across the state.
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