2017 House Bill 5246

Revise deadlines for defendant psyche evaluations

Introduced in the House

Nov. 8, 2017

Introduced by Rep. Klint Kesto (R-39)

To establish that when a psychological examination to determine whether a defendant is competent to stand trial has been requested, it must be done within 45 days, with just one 15 day extension allowed.

Referred to the Committee on Law and Justice

Dec. 5, 2017

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Feb. 27, 2018

Amendment offered by Rep. Klint Kesto (R-39)

The amendment passed by voice vote

Feb. 28, 2018

Passed in the House 108 to 1 (details)

Received in the Senate

March 1, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary