Competency Of Children

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This bill changes how children accused of crimes are handled if they are found not competent to stand trial due to a mental disorder or developmental disability. It requires competency evaluations to include an opinion on whether the child meets criteria for involuntary placement and allows for community-based competency restoration for children who are not dangerous. The bill also outlines specific crimes for which a child may be criminally committed and sets timelines for review hearings to determine competency.

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