Penal Code 1602 (1980, amended 1985)
Summary:
Defendants accused of misdemeanors or nonviolent felonies found incompetent or not guilty by reason of insanity may be placed on outpatient status if the defendant is deemed no longer a threat to himself or society. The community program director shall evaluate the defendant and submit a report of such and a treatment plan to the court.
Data Origin:
Community program director, director of treatment facility Parties Bound:
Court, community program director, director of treatment facility Other Relevant California Code Sections:
Penal Code 1601(b): enumerating certain non-violent felonies as well as misdemeanors to which section 1602 applies; outpatient status available before actual commitment to state hospital. Associated Federal Law(s):
Uses and disclosures for which an authorization or opportunity to agree or object is not required : law enforcement purposes