This bill establishes a behavioral health court pilot program aimed at diverting individuals with behavioral health issues from the state prison system into treatment programs. The program will be implemented in at least two counties and five municipalities that apply to participate. Eligibility for this diversion includes undergoing a professional diagnostic assessment, having no history of firearm possession during offenses, no serious violent offense convictions, and presenting no danger to the community. The court may sentence eligible individuals to behavioral health special probation, which lasts between one to three years, contingent upon their compliance with treatment and other conditions.

The bill outlines the consequences for violations of the behavioral health special probation, including the potential for revocation after a second violation unless the court finds a substantial likelihood of successful treatment completion. Additionally, the court may impose a short term of incarceration instead of revocation. Individuals who successfully complete their probation may apply for expungement of their criminal records. The Administrative Office of the Courts is tasked with monitoring the program and reporting its effectiveness to the Legislature after one year and again at the program's conclusion, with the program set to expire three years after its implementation.