As used in this article 60, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1.5) "Criminal justice diversion program" means a program created pursuant to section 27-60-106.5 or programs operated by cities or counties that connect law enforcement officers with behavioral health providers to assist individuals in need of behavioral health interventions or to divert individuals from the criminal justice system.
(4.7) "Office" means the office of behavioral health in the department of human services.
Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (SB 17-242), ch. 263, p. 1335, § 226, effective May 25. L. 2018: (4.7) added, (SB 18-250), ch. 403, p. 2376, § 1, effective June 6. L. 2020: (1.5) added, (HB 20-1017), ch. 288, p. 1426, § 11, effective September 14.
Cross references: For the legislative declaration in SB 17-242, see section 1 of chapter 263, Session Laws of Colorado 2017.
Structure Colorado Code
Article 60 - General Provisions
§ 27-60-101. Behavioral Health Crisis Response System - Legislative Declaration
§ 27-60-106. Jail-Based Behavioral Health Services Program - Purpose - Created - Funding
§ 27-60-106.5. Criminal Justice Diversion Programs - Rules - Report
§ 27-60-107. Behavioral Health Entity Licenses - Assistance - Transfer of Staff
§ 27-60-111. County-Based Behavioral Health Grant Program - Created - Rules - Report - Repeal
§ 27-60-112. Behavioral Health-Care Workforce Development Program - Creation - Rules - Report