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At any hearing before the board considering the discharge, conditional release or confinement of the acquittee, except a hearing pursuant to section 17a-592 or subsection (d) of section 17a-593, the board shall make a finding as to the mental condition of the acquittee and, considering that its primary concerns are the protection of society and the safety and well-being of the acquittee, shall do one of the following:
(1) If the board finds that the acquittee is a person who should be discharged, it shall recommend such discharge to the court pursuant to section 17a-593.
(2) If the board finds that the acquittee is a person who should be conditionally released, the board shall order the acquittee conditionally released subject to such conditions as are necessary to prevent the acquittee from constituting a danger to himself or others.
(3) If the board finds that the acquittee is a person who should be confined, the board shall order the person confined in a hospital for psychiatric disabilities or placed with the Commissioner of Developmental Services for custody, care and treatment.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Connecticut General Statutes Title 17A. Social and Human Services and Resources § 17a-584. Finding and action by board. Recommendation of discharge. Order of conditional release or confinement - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ct/title-17a-social-and-human-services-and-resources/ct-gen-st-sect-17a-584/
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