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SB 1887, 84th R.S.

Relating to the period for which a defendant with an intellectual disability who is found incompetent to stand trial may be civilly committed before the court holds a hearing to determine whether the defendant's release is appropriate.

Last action: Referred to Criminal Justice

Author: Judith Zaffirini

Subjects:
Corrections--Jails & Prisons
Courts--General
Mental Health & Substance Abuse
MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
RIO GRANDE STATE CENTER

Senate Committee: Criminal Justice (John Whitmire, Konni Burton, Brandon Creighton, Juan Hinojosa, Joan Huffman, José Menéndez, Charles Perry, Leticia Van de Putte)

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