The bill aims to enhance public safety and improve the criminal justice system in New Mexico through various amendments and new provisions. It establishes a public crime data dashboard by the New Mexico Sentencing Commission, mandates the expansion of medication-assisted treatment programs in correctional facilities, and creates a law enforcement deflection program to assist individuals experiencing behavioral health crises. Significant amendments include changes to the duties of the Secretary of Corrections, the inclusion of public members in the New Mexico Sentencing Commission, and the introduction of eligibility requirements for preprosecution diversion programs. The legislation seeks to improve the efficiency of the state's criminal justice and correctional systems while addressing behavioral health issues.

Additionally, the bill amends laws related to emergency mental health evaluations, introducing new definitions and clarifying the role of peace officers in detaining individuals for emergency evaluations. It allows officers to transport individuals without a court order if they pose a serious risk of harm. The bill also creates a "clinical supervision fund" to support behavioral health providers and establishes a statewide community-based crisis treatment system. Overall, the legislation emphasizes the importance of continuity of care, improved training for law enforcement, and tailored rehabilitation programs to enhance outcomes for both defendants and victims within the justice system.

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