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Mentally disordered offenders: criteria for commitment.
An act to amend Sections 2962 and 2966 of the Penal Code, relating to mentally disordered offenders.
Source: OpenStates · fetched July 2, 2026
Individuals with mental health conditions who are subject to court-ordered treatment under the Mentally Disordered Offender (MDO) program may experience changes in the procedures and criteria for their commitment, periodic reviews, and release. The amendments to Penal Code sections 2962, 2966, 2970, and 2972 directly impact the legal framework governing these individuals.
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Individuals with mental health conditions who are subject to court-ordered treatment under the Mentally Disordered Offender (MDO) program may experience changes in the procedures and criteria for their commitment, periodic reviews, and release. The amendments to Penal Code sections 2962, 2966, 2970, and 2972 directly impact the legal framework governing these individuals.
“An act to amend Sections 2962, 2966, 2970, and 2972 of the Penal Code, relating to mentally disordered offenders.”· Penal Code
- Amends Penal Code sections 2962, 2966, 2970, and 2972.
- Relates to mentally disordered offenders.
- D · PrimeMatt Haney
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