Mental Health Court Expansion Act
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Bill overview
Bill NS44, “Mental Health Court Expansion Act”, is a Nova Scotia bill from session assembly-63-session-1.
Its latest recorded status is “Introduced”.
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PLAIN-LANGUAGE SUMMARY
What you need to know
The Mental Health Court Expansion Act is currently at First Reading in the Nova Scotia assembly. This bill aims to expand Nova Scotia's mental health court system, allowing more individuals to access treatment and support within the justice system. If passed, it would provide an alternative to traditional court proceedings for people struggling with mental health issues, offering a chance for rehabilitation and recovery.
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Key provisions
- 01This Act amends the Mental Health Act to expand the jurisdiction of Mental Health Courts in Nova Scotia.
- 02The expanded jurisdiction includes the power to hear cases involving individuals with a mental health disorder who have committed a minor offence.
- 03Mental Health Courts are established to provide an alternative to the traditional justice system for individuals with a mental health disorder.
- 04The Act requires the Minister of Health and Wellness to develop a plan to increase access to mental health services in rural and underserved areas.
- 05The plan must include strategies to reduce wait times for mental health services and increase the number of mental health professionals in rural areas.
Vote roll
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