Puerto Rico · Código Penal de Puerto Rico 2012 (Ley 146-2012)
Cód. Penal PR § 81: Aplicación de la medida
What this law says, in plain English
When a defendant is found not guilty due to mental incapacity, the court may order their commitment to a treatment facility if they pose a danger to society or would benefit from treatment. Commitment duration depends on public safety and the person's wellbeing, with quarterly progress reports required.
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