Oregon · Oregon Revised Statutes — Oregon Criminal Code (Ch. 161–167)
ORS (Criminal Code) § 161.371: (1) is submitted to the court fewer than five days prior to the expiration of the initial maximum commitment period, no later than five days after the petition for the extension is filed
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This statute outlines court procedures for extending a defendant's commitment period at a mental health facility by up to 30 days for discharge planning purposes, subject to specific notice and timing requirements.
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