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A 2322

Establishes a pilot program enabling counties to opt-in to allow county jails to operate jail-based competency restoration services for incarcerated individuals deemed unfit for trial due to mental incapacity

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Anil Beephan and 9 co-sponsors

Overview: Bill Number: A 2322, Title: Establishes a pilot program enabling counties to opt-in to allow county jails to operate jail-based competency restoration services for incarc

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Bill Summary · A 2322

Overview: Bill Number: A 2322, Title: Establishes a pilot program enabling counties to opt-in to allow county jails to operate jail-based competency restoration services for incarcerated individuals deemed unfit for trial due to mental incapacity, Status: PRINT NUMBER 2322B, Introduced: January 09, 2024

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to create a pilot program that allows county jails in New York to provide competency restoration services for incarcerated individuals who have been deemed unfit to stand trial due to mental incapacity. The goal is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice system by addressing mental health issues within the jail system.

Key Provisions:
- Establishes a 5-year pilot program for county jails to operate competency restoration services
- Allows participating counties to apply for state funding to support the implementation and operation of these services
- Requires the development of standards and protocols for the provision of competency restoration services
- Mandates regular reporting and evaluation of the pilot program's outcomes and effectiveness

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Incarcerated individuals with mental health issues who may benefit from competency restoration services and improved access to treatment
- County jails and criminal justice systems, which may see improved efficiency and reduced costs associated with competency evaluations and trials
- Mental health professionals and service providers who may be involved in the delivery of competency restoration services

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been printed as 2322B, indicating it has been revised. It will now proceed to further legislative consideration. If passed, the pilot program would be implemented over a 5-year period, with regular reporting and evaluation.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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