This bill amends existing laws regarding certified drug abuse treatment programs in Kansas, specifically targeting the eligibility of offenders for participation in these programs. It establishes that offenders convicted of nonperson felonies are excluded from participating in certified drug abuse treatment programs. Additionally, the bill authorizes community correctional services officers to conduct criminal risk-need assessments for individuals committed to these programs. The amendments to K.S.A. 21-6824 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-52,144 include provisions for the assessment and treatment of offenders, as well as the criteria for their placement in drug abuse treatment programs.

The bill also outlines the requirements for drug abuse assessments and treatment options, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive approach that includes family support services and relapse prevention. It mandates that offenders who meet specific criteria undergo drug abuse assessments and criminal risk-need assessments, with the possibility of being committed to treatment programs for up to 18 months. The bill further stipulates that offenders discharged from these programs due to new felony convictions or noncompliance will face revocation provisions. Finally, the bill repeals the existing sections of K.S.A. 21-6824 and K.S.A. 2024 Supp. 75-52,144, indicating a significant overhaul of the legal framework governing drug abuse treatment for offenders in Kansas.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-6824, 75-52