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๐Ÿ“œ Declared Places (Mentally Impaired Accused) Bill 2013

Assented toLABill 3717 October 2013

This Bill establishes a framework for the Disability Services Commission to manage declared places for mentally impaired accused individuals. It outlines principles, objectives, residents' rights, and management procedures, while amending related legislation.

Impact

Mentally impaired accused individuals, the Disability Services Commission, and advocacy services are affected. It ensures appropriate care, rehabilitation, and community safety.

Key Changes

["Establishes principles and objectives for declared places.", "Defines residents' rights and protections.", "Regulates behaviour management practices (medication, restraint, seclusion)."]

Parliamentary Progress

  1. LA IntroducedLA17 Oct 2013
  2. LA Second Reading MovedLA17 Oct 2013
  3. LA Second Reading AgreedLA12 Aug 2014
  4. LA Consideration in DetailLA20 Aug 2014
  5. LA AmendedLA23 Sept 2014
  6. LA Third ReadingLA25 Sept 2014
  7. LC Second Reading MovedLC25 Sept 2014
  8. LC Third ReadingLC24 Feb 2015
  9. LC Second Reading AgreedLC24 Feb 2015
  10. Royal Assent3 Mar 2015
Affected Sectors
healthjusticepublic_sector

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