The bill amends the Court Supervised Treatment Program Act to broaden its focus to include mental health treatment alongside substance use disorder treatment. It allows court supervised treatment programs to accept participants from any jurisdiction within the state and permits public defenders to serve as team members, representing participants during legal proceedings. The legislation updates terminology by changing "substance abuse" to "substance use disorder" and introduces new definitions related to mental health treatment and dual diagnosis. This expansion aims to address both substance use disorders and mental health needs, ultimately improving recovery outcomes and breaking the cycle of crime.

Additionally, the bill revises existing laws concerning penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) and related offenses, specifically updating terminology around substance assessments and treatment. It mandates a minimum jail sentence of thirty days for a third DUI offense, with potential reductions for completing an approved inpatient treatment program. The bill also maintains penalties for youthful drivers with detectable alcohol concentrations while allowing for substance use disorder assessments as a condition of probation. It repeals certain sections of existing law and grants the supreme court authority to create additional rules for implementation, with the overall goal of enhancing treatment options for offenders while enforcing stricter penalties for repeat offenses. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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Introduced: 5-12-107, 5-12-109