Gradual Release
What is the first level in the Gradual Release process?
Civil Transfer
What are the two types of charges?
What is a competency evaluation?
How many evaluations are completed during the TC process?
3
What is a trial?
The legal proceedings in a courtroom to present the case and determine an outcome of guilty, not guilty, no contest, or NGRI
Who submits your packet for review for an increase in privilege level?
Treatment Team
What is the role of the prosecuting attorney?
To prove you're guilty, get you the maximum sentence, and can offer a plea bargain
Who completes TC evaluations?
1 psychologist and 1 psychiatrist from DBHDS
What are the 3 outcomes of TC?
Commitment, Conditional Release, and Unconditional Release
What is evidence?
Anything that gives proof of someone's guilt or innocence.
What are the names of the committees that review your packet?
IFCP and FRP
Whose side is the judge on?
Neither side. They are neutral.
How many days are given to complete TC evaluations?
45
Who is in charge of writing the conditional release plan?
CSB
What is sentencing?
The consequence given for committing a crime granted by the judge.
How often will you attend court as a committed NGRI?
Annually
What is the role of the defense attorney?
To provide you legal council and get you the best outcome
What is an IARR?
This assessment evaluates a person's risk factors.
How many evaluators have to recommend conditional or unconditional release for it to be considered by the judge?
1
What is a plea bargain?
An agreement with the prosecutor to plead guilty to a lesser charge or to drop other charges.
What is the final step in the Gradual Release process?
Conditional Release
What are the four plea options?
Guilty, not guilty, no contest, and NGRI
What is an MSO?
Mental Status at the Time of the Offense. This assesses if mental health symptoms caused a cognitive impairment at the time of the alleged offense.
Who makes the final decision regarding release?
The judge
What is a verdict?
The decision made by judge or jury in court