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SB 1227

Mental health; authorizing mobile crisis teams to request certain information from law enforcement. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Bullard

SB 1227 lets Oklahoma's mobile crisis teams request specific law enforcement information during mental health emergencies to improve coordinated emergency response.

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
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Bill Summary · SB 1227

Legislative bill overview

SB 1227 authorizes mobile crisis teams in Oklahoma to request specific information from law enforcement during mental health emergencies. The bill establishes a framework for information sharing between these mental health response units and law enforcement to better coordinate care and response to individuals in crisis.

Why is this important

Mobile crisis teams are increasingly used as alternatives to traditional law enforcement responses for mental health calls, potentially reducing unnecessary arrests and improving outcomes for people experiencing mental health emergencies. Clarifying what information these teams can access from police creates operational efficiency and may enhance safety for both responders and individuals in crisis by ensuring adequate situational awareness.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy concerns: Details about what "certain information" law enforcement must share raise questions about access to personal mental health records, criminal history, or other sensitive data and what privacy protections apply
  • Information scope ambiguity: The bill's vague language on which specific data can be requested may lead to inconsistent implementation across jurisdictions or disputes between agencies
  • Implementation burden: Law enforcement agencies may argue that responding to information requests from mobile crisis teams creates additional administrative burden without corresponding resources or funding

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

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