Enacts the "forensic rehabilitation act" relating to the custody of individuals following a verdict or plea of not responsible by reason of mental.
The bill enacts the "forensic rehabilitation act" to address the custody of individuals following a verdict or plea of not responsible by reason of mental disease or defect. It outlines procedures for the commissioner to apply for release, transfer, or furlough orders, and for courts to issue such orders. It also establishes a community advisory committee to monitor and recommend improvements in forensic facilities. The act applies retroactively to all individuals in custody at the time of its enactment.
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