The bill seeks to enhance public safety and improve the criminal justice system in New Mexico through a series of amendments and new provisions. It establishes a public crime data dashboard managed by the New Mexico Sentencing Commission and mandates correctional facilities to expand medication-assisted treatment programs while tracking related data. The bill also requires training for county detention officers and law enforcement personnel on handling behavioral health crises, introduces eligibility requirements for preprosecution diversion programs, and allows for the creation of treatment court programs within judicial districts. Significant amendments include changes to the duties of the Secretary of Corrections and a revised composition of the New Mexico Sentencing Commission to ensure diverse representation.

Additionally, the bill enhances loan repayment programs for health professionals and attorneys serving in public roles, prioritizing those from New Mexico educational institutions and those providing services in high-need areas. It creates a "medication-assisted treatment for the incarcerated program fund" to support counties in establishing treatment programs and emphasizes continuity of care for individuals in detention. The legislation also establishes a comprehensive framework for a uniform crime reporting system, introduces new definitions and training requirements for law enforcement, and enhances requirements for violence intervention programs. Overall, the bill aims to improve access to healthcare and legal services, enhance rehabilitation outcomes, and strengthen the mental health response system in New Mexico.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 9-3-5, 9-3-10, 21-22D-6, 21-22F-5, 21-22F-6, 24-1-5.11, 24-1D-2, 24-25-3, 29-3-11, 29-7-7, 29-7-7.5, 31-1-2, 31-16A-4, 31-20-5, 31-20-6, 31-20-13, 31-21-9, 31-21-21, 31-30-4, 31-30-9, 34-13-2
JU substitute: 9-3-5, 9-3-10, 21-22D-6, 21-22F-5, 21-22F-6, 24-1-5.11, 24-1D-2, 24-25-3, 29-3-11, 29-7-7, 29-7-7.5, 31-1-2, 31-16A-4, 31-20-5, 31-20-6, 31-21-9, 31-21-21, 31-30-4, 31-30-9, 34-13-2, 43-1-3, 43-1-10