Perspective
Aug. 25, 2010
Protecting Society from Sexually Violent Predators, Due Process Implications
”Sexually violent predator.” Even the term evokes a visceral response. But they are entitled to due process of law like everyone else, by Wendy L. Patrick of the San Diego district attorney’s office.
"Sexually violent predator." Even the term evokes a visceral response. Sexually violent predators are nonetheless, entitled to due process of law, just like everyone else. The state Supreme Court in Moore v. Superior Court, decided last Thursday Aug. 19, 2010, analyzed this issue and held that a defendant who is incompetent to stand trial can nonetheless be subject to a civil commitment trial under the Sexually Violent...
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