California Supreme Court
Aug. 19, 2015
New rule for mentally disordered
The state Supreme Court, in companion cases Monday ruled that a trial judge must personally advise a mentally disordered offender of his or her right to a jury trial prior to extending the involuntary commitment of the offender.
Daily Journal Staff Writer
The state Supreme Court, in companion cases Monday ruled that a trial judge must personally
advise a mentally disordered offender of his or her right to a jury trial prior to
extending the involuntary commitment of the offender.
Additionally, a trial judge must obtain the defendant's personal waiver of his or
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