This bill amends and reenacts Code of Criminal Procedure Article 657 and enacts Article 657.3, focusing on the continued commitment and release of certain individuals who have been committed due to mental health issues. The amendments clarify the criteria under which a committed person may be discharged or released on probation, emphasizing that the state must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the individual currently has a mental illness and poses a danger to themselves or others. The bill also introduces a new provision allowing for active supervised release of individuals who are deemed dangerous but do not have a mental illness, provided they meet specific criteria, including having been found not guilty by reason of insanity for serious offenses.

Under the new Article 657.3, the state can seek active supervised release for individuals who have been committed if they are found to be dangerous, even in the absence of a mental illness diagnosis. The court is required to consider reports and may impose conditions for supervised release, which can last up to three years and may be extended. The bill also defines "mental illness" and clarifies that it does not include individuals with solely intellectual disabilities or substance-related disorders. Overall, the legislation aims to balance public safety with the rights of committed individuals by providing a structured process for their potential release.