AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY OF THE PROBATE COURT TO ORDER A PERSON WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO SUBMIT TO AN INVOLUNTARY MEDICAL EVALUATION AND ASSISTED OUTPATIENT MEDICAL TREATMENT.

HB 6176 would allow Connecticut probate courts to order a 72-hour medical evaluation for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities who refuse treatment or cannot consent, if they are in danger to self/others and less restrictive options aren't available. Based on the evaluation, courts could then mandate assisted outpatient medical treatment. This applies only to individuals who cannot live independently and meet all three criteria. The bill directly affects vulnerable individuals with these disabilities facing acute safety risks, expanding probate court authority for involuntary medical interventions.