The bill amends and reenacts R.S. 28:53(B)(2)(e) and enacts R.S. 28:53(B)(5) concerning admissions by emergency certificate in Louisiana. The amendment specifies that the emergency certificate must indicate whether the individual is unwilling or unable to seek voluntary admission or is willing to seek voluntary admission upon arrival at the treating facility. This change aims to clarify the circumstances under which a person is admitted for treatment.

Additionally, the new provision R.S. 28:53(B)(5) mandates that if the emergency certificate indicates the individual is willing to seek voluntary admission, they must undergo an assessment at the treating facility during the initial psychiatric evaluation. This ensures that individuals who express a willingness to seek voluntary treatment are properly evaluated in a timely manner, enhancing the overall process of mental health care admissions.

Statutes affected:
SB120 Original: 28:53(B)(2)
SB120 Engrossed: 28:53(B)(2)
SB120 Enrolled: 28:53(B)(2)
SB120 Act 421: 28:53(B)(2)