A bill for an act relating to filing applications and custody of the respondent in an involuntary commitment proceeding.

HF 139 modifies procedures for involuntary commitment cases involving substance use disorders or mental health treatment. It allows any interested person to file a verified application in any county, requiring courts to transfer cases to the respondent's current county if filed elsewhere. The bill explicitly authorizes law enforcement officers to take respondents into custody in any county for placement at a treatment facility under court orders. It also requires facilities to report on treatment progress to courts within 15 days and mandates law enforcement to locate and return individuals who leave treatment without authorization. These changes aim to streamline custody and treatment processes while clarifying jurisdiction and enforcement authority.