Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, “mental health and addiction forensic treatment services” means evidence based treatment and recovery wraparound support services provided to individuals who have entered the criminal justice system as a felon or with a prior felony conviction. The term includes:

(1) mental health and substance abuse treatment assessments;

Terms Used In Indiana Code 11-12-3.8-1

  • Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
(2) vocational services;

(3) housing assistance;

(4) community support services;

(5) care coordination; and

(6) transportation assistance.

As added by P.L.184-2014, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.185-2015, SEC.5.