Establishes State-funded roster of mental health professionals to perform competency evaluations in criminal cases; makes appropriation.

Summary

The bill sets up a program, overseen by the Administrative Director of the Courts, that maintains a voluntary list of qualified mental‑health professionals who can be appointed by a court to determine if a defendant is fit to stand trial. It provides state funding for the roster, establishes standards for participation, and requires annual reporting to the Legislature and the Chief Justice. The goal is to improve access to qualified evaluators and ensure consistent competency assessments.

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