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MD HB 1346

Title: Competency Evaluations and Commitment Orders - Modification
Author: Joseline A. Pena-Melnyk

Summary
Altering the procedures related to competency evaluations, including by requiring the Maryland Department of Health, rather than the court, to determine the basis on which a defendant will be examined; altering the definition of "designated health care facility" for the purpose of certain provisions of law governing the commitment of defendants who are found to be incompetent to stand trial; and extending the time period from 10 to 30 business days in which the Department is required to admit defendants who are found to be incompetent to stand trial.

Status
Withdrawn by Sponsor

Bill Documents
MD HB 1346 - Text - First - Competency Evaluations and Commitment Orders - Modification
2024-02-09 - MD HB 1346 (Text - First - Competency Evaluations and Commitment Orders - Modification)

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