Inmate assessment and evaluations; providing risk, mental health and substance abuse screenings for arrested persons; effective date.

Summary

The measure permits people charged with a felony to choose a risk, mental‑health and substance‑abuse assessment administered by certified staff. Results are shared with the court, prosecutor, the defendant and their lawyer, but cannot be used as evidence unless the defendant waives that right, except for informing sentencing or diversion options. The law becomes effective on November 1, 2026.

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