Conn. Gen. Stat. § 54-123d: Establishment of alternative incarceration center providing mental health services.

(a) The Judicial Branch may establish, within available appropriations, in the judicial district of New Haven, an alternative incarceration center that, in addition to the programs and services offered by an alternative incarceration center, provides a residential and day reporting program for accused and convicted persons with mental health needs.

(b) A full range of mental health services shall, within available appropriations, be provided to the program participants. A clinical coordinator shall work with the director of the alternative incarceration center in facilitating timely access to appropriate services and shall develop a network of community, social and vocational rehabilitation supports that will enhance successful program participation and long-term community integration.