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Justice Department Launches Investigation of Oklahoma’s Mental …

(6 days ago) WebPrior to the announcement, the department informed the offices of Oklahoma’s Governor, Attorney General, Commissioner for the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services and Chief Executive Officer for the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, as well as Oklahoma City’s Mayor, City Manager, Municipal …

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-launches-investigation-oklahoma-s-mental-health-service-system-and

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Oklahomans Languish in Jail Awaiting Mental Health …

(6 days ago) WebAmong Oklahoma’s 77 counties, only Tulsa County has a jail equipped with mental health units, shown in this file photo. A federal class-action lawsuit filed Wednesday alleges more than 100 Oklahomans are …

https://oklahomawatch.org/2023/03/01/oklahomans-languish-in-jail-awaiting-mental-health-care-federal-lawsuit-claims/

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New mental health laws take effect in Oklahoma, expanding …

(1 days ago) WebNovember 16, 2023. Four bills developed by Healthy Minds Policy Initiative in the 2023 legislative session took effect in Oklahoma this month, expanding Oklahomans’ access to care and strengthening the state’s ability to grow and empower its behavioral health workforce. Senate Bills 254 and 442 were born out of Healthy Minds’ 2023 study

https://www.healthymindspolicy.org/news/new-mental-health-laws-take-effect-in-oklahoma-expanding-residents-access-to-care

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Justice Department to investigate treatment of …

(4 days ago) WebHealth Nov 17, 2022 5:47 PM EDT. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — A civil rights investigation into the treatment of people with mental illnesses by the state of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City and Oklahoma City

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/justice-department-to-investigate-treatment-of-mentally-ill-adults-in-oklahoma

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Requiring Mental Health Treatment and Involuntary …

(Just Now) WebThe process to place a person involuntarily into mental health treatment is found at 43A O.S. §§5-410 et seq. In these proceedings, the district court will determine if the subject individual is a “person requiring treatment” …

https://www.okbar.org/barjournal/september2020/obj9107wylie/

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Jail Death Investigation Highlights Fatal Flaws in State's …

(8 days ago) WebA class action lawsuit against Oklahoma Department of Mental Health officials alleges more than 100 Oklahomans are languishing in jails awaiting court-ordered treatment. City and county officials …

https://oklahomawatch.org/2023/05/01/jail-death-investigation-highlights-fatal-flaws-in-states-mental-health-response/

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OKLAHOMA STATUTES TITLE 43A. MENTAL HEALTH

(8 days ago) Web§43A-3-102. Carl Albert Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Center - Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services Center..48 §43A-3-103. Central Oklahoma Community Mental …

https://oksenate.gov/sites/default/files/2019-12/os43A.pdf

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2021 Oklahoma Statutes Title 43A. Mental Health - Justia Law

(3 days ago) WebRenumbered as Section 627 of Title 57 of the Oklahoma Statutes by Laws 2007, c. 337, § 2, emerg. eff. June 4, 2007. §43A-3-702. Prisoners in need of mental health treatment – Determination of ability to consent - Transfer to facility – Discharge – Costs - Expiration of sentence - Commitment.

https://law.justia.com/codes/oklahoma/2021/title-43a/

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Oklahoma behavioral care access is expanding with new laws in …

(7 days ago) WebPexels. Four laws related to improving access to behavioral health care in Oklahoma are now in effect after Healthy Minds Policy Initiative’s work with lawmakers during this legislative session. Zack Stoycoff, the initiative’s executive director, said Healthy Minds worked diligently with legislators to pass its four priority bills, which is

https://www.kosu.org/health/2023-11-07/oklahoma-behavioral-care-access-is-expanding-with-new-laws-in-effect

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STATE OF OKLAHOMA AS INTRODUCED Oklahoma Mental …

(9 days ago) WebAn Act relating to mental health; enacting the Oklahoma Mental Health Laws Act of 2021; providing This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Oklahoma Mental Health Laws Act of 2021". SECTION 2. This act shall become effective November 1, 2021. 58-1-5391 CMA 11/23/20 . Author: Carolina Attaway Created Date: 1/16/2021 10:20:17 AM

http://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2021-22%20int/hb/HB1192%20int.pdf

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Healthy Minds Policy Initiative

(5 days ago) WebNew mental health laws take effect in Oklahoma, expanding access to care. November 16, 2023. Two of the bills were born out of Healthy Minds’ 2023 study examining barriers to accessing mental health and substance use treatment through commercial insurance networks. 11/16/2023. Read more.

https://www.healthymindspolicy.org/

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U.S. Justice Dept launches probe of Oklahoma's mental health …

(8 days ago) WebNov 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. Justice Department on Thursday launched a probe into whether Oklahoma, Oklahoma City and the city's police department discriminate against people who have mental health

https://www.reuters.com/legal/us-justice-dept-launches-civil-rights-probe-oklahomas-mental-health-services-2022-11-17/

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Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse …

(3 days ago) WebThe Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services ODMHSAS is the state agency that oversees all prevention, treatment and education of mental health and substance abuse in the state. Find Services Near You. 988 Mental Health Lifeline. Continuum of Care. Naloxone Saves Lives

https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html

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Oklahoma Statutes, Mental Health Law - oklaw.org

(2 days ago) WebLegal Aid Services of Oklahoma has free legal information on Oklahoma law, self-help court forms, court information and other helpful resources. Oklahoma's Mental Health Law is found in Title 43A of the Oklahoma Statutes. Link: www.oscn.net. Last Review and Update: Jul 15, 2010

https://oklaw.org/resource/oklahoma-statutes-mental-health-law

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ODMHSAS Mental Health Court - Oklahoma.gov

(9 days ago) WebOklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. 2000 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73106. Suite 2-600. 405-248-9200

https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas/recovery/criminal-justice/mental-health-court.html

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2021 Oklahoma Legislative Session: Mental health highlights

(Just Now) Web2021 State Legislative Budget. The Legislature appropriated about $335 million dollars to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). Although this is about $13 million less than last year’s appropriation, the Legislature is actually re-investing a portion of $30 million in mental health savings that will

https://www.healthymindspolicy.org/policy/2021-session-recap

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Could new law change how Oklahoma police interact with those

(3 days ago) WebFrom July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, mental health providers approved 2,062 involuntary admissions at publicly funded treatment centers, according to data provided by the Oklahoma Department of

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/medical/could-new-law-change-how-oklahoma-police-interact-with-those-suffering-from-mental-illness/ar-BB1hQWLJ

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Oklahoma Statutes §43A-1-103 (2023) - Justia Law

(6 days ago) Web"Mental illness" means a substantial disorder of thought, mood, perception, psychological orientation or memory that significantly impairs judgment, behavior, capacity to recognize reality or ability to meet the ordinary demands of life; 4. "Board" means the Board of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as established by the Mental Health

https://law.justia.com/codes/oklahoma/title-43a/section-43a-1-103/

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CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM Mental Health Law

(9 days ago) WebEmergency Detention Process. 1An individual is placed in "Protective Custody" Usually begins with protective custody-THIS IS US!!! •Initial Assessment/Mental Health Evaluation •Evaluation by 2 Licensed Mental Health Professionals (LMHP) 2 3The individual can be detained for up to 120 hours When an individual is in crisis, there is a process

https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/odmhsas/documents/recovery/criminal-justice/cit/presentations/CIT--5-Ok.-State-Statute-Title-43A.pdf

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Lawsuit spotlights mental health crisis in Oklahoma jails - Tulsa …

(2 days ago) WebOklahoma's mental health crisis: Deemed incompetent, defendants languish in jail. Feb 26, 2024 Updated Apr 9, 2024. Mentally ill inmates may spend more time behind bars waiting for competency

https://tulsaworld.com/news/state-regional/crime-courts/mental-health-oklahoma-jail-waitlist/article_5ae9b9b6-d1c0-11ee-8a32-6fc4c6bed2ab.html

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Drummond files litigation against social media giant Meta for …

(2 days ago) WebOKLAHOMA CITY (Oct. 24, 2023) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed a lawsuit today against Meta for knowingly designing and deploying harmful features on Instagram, Facebook and its other social media platforms that are addictive to children and teens. Meta also falsely assured the public that its platforms were safe for young users.Today’s …

https://www.oag.ok.gov/articles/drummond-files-litigation-against-social-media-giant-meta-knowingly-damaging-mental-health

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Comprehensive Crisis Response - Oklahoma.gov

(3 days ago) WebAn average answer speed of 11 seconds. A 99.8% in-state answer rate. A 92% stabilization rate. Dispatched more than 1,000 mobile crisis response teams. Oklahoma's Comprehensive Crisis Response system expands beyond the national 988 lifeline with systems specifically designed to work within the state's mental health infrastructure.

https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas/treatment/comprehensive-crisis-response.html

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Oklahoma family pushing for change after mental health death

(8 days ago) WebA lawsuit says Marcus Clayborne, a 28-year-old man from Norman, was having a mental health crisis where he injured himself. He would die a day later inside OU Med after escaping, running naked through the hospital and, ultimately, drinking chemicals in a janitor's closet. In an exclusive interview, Marcus' brother told KOCO 5 that his death

https://www.koco.com/article/oklahoma-marcus-clayborne-death-family-lawsuit-mental-health/60927929

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These Oklahomans Needed Mental Health Care. Instead, They …

(6 days ago) WebIn March, the Oklahoma Disability Law Center filed a federal class-action lawsuit against mental-health officials on behalf of Oklahomans who are languishing in county jails while awaiting court-ordered care. Oklahoma Watch is part of the Mental Health Parity Collaborative, a group of newsrooms that are covering stories on mental …

https://oklahomawatch.org/2023/12/15/these-oklahomans-needed-mental-health-care-instead-they-died-in-jail/

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Oklahoma Health Care Authority faces suit over its information …

(Just Now) WebPublished October 9, 2023 at 9:04 AM CDT. The Frontier. The Oklahoma Health Care Authority manages Oklahoma's Medicaid program, known as SoonerCare. The Oklahoma Fraternal Order of the Police is suing the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, claiming its Health Information Exchange is unconstitutional because it requires providers serving …

https://www.kosu.org/health/2023-10-09/oklahoma-health-care-authority-faces-suit-over-its-information-exchange

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Oklahoma Legislature must do more to help with students' mental …

(1 days ago) WebThe Legislature must do more to help. Many Oklahoma students are experiencing mental health challenges. The tragic events in the wake of tornadoes hitting Oklahoma are a chilling reminder that just living in Oklahoma can cause trauma due to extreme weather patterns. Furthermore, Healthy Minds Policy reports that in a statewide …

https://www.oklahoman.com/story/opinion/columns/2024/05/24/oklahoma-legislature-must-do-more-to-help-with-students-mental-health/73702214007/

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Oklahoma quietly makes health information exchange voluntary

(2 days ago) WebIn the end, it came down to one word: "may." A bill, which moved quietly through both Houses of the Oklahoma Legislature this year, eliminated a controversial state law that required health care providers to supply patient information to the Health Information Exchange.The measure sparked the dismissal of a lawsuit that had …

https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/politics/government/2024/05/27/oklahoma-health-information-exchange-lawsuit-dismissed-after-law-change/73836234007/

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When should you call 988? Oklahoma's mental health lifeline can …

(6 days ago) WebThe Oklahoman. Editor's note: If you or someone you know has suicidal thoughts, addictive tendencies, stress and other mental health issues, you can call or text 988, Oklahoma's Mental Health Hotline, or call 911. The 988 Mental Health Lifeline is a quick way to respond to a crisis, but its services can also be useful in preventing one.

https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/state/2024/05/29/988-oklahoma-can-help-before-mental-health-crisis/73714553007/

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Wrongful death lawsuit against OKC moved to Oklahoma City …

(Just Now) WebA wrongful death lawsuit filed against Oklahoma City after a deadly police pursuit has been moved to federal court. Star Shells, a 28-year-old single mother who was pregnant with a son she named

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/wrongful-death-lawsuit-against-okc-moved-to-oklahoma-city-federal-court/ar-BB1mYJiq

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Family pushing for change to mental health response amid lawsuit …

(7 days ago) WebFamily pushing for change to mental health response amid lawsuit after Norman man's death. KOCO - Oklahoma City Videos. Tue, May 28, 2024, 6:21 PM EDT. Family pushing for change to mental health

https://www.yahoo.com/news/family-pushing-change-mental-health-222112299.html

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DOJ Adds Oklahoma to the List of States It's Suing to Block Their

(Just Now) WebMay 21, 2024, at 4:54 p.m. DOJ Adds Oklahoma to the List of States It's Suing to Block Their Immigration Laws. More. Sean Murphy. Oklahoma City immigration attorney Sam Wargin Grimaldo speaks to a

https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/oklahoma/articles/2024-05-21/doj-sues-oklahoma-over-new-law-setting-state-penalties-for-those-living-in-the-us-illegally

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