Mentally Disordered Accused and the Justice System in British Columbia

Government of British Columbia
Explains how cases involving mentally disordered accused individuals are handled by the justice system. It describes what happens when a person accused of a crime is found either unfit to stand trial or not criminally responsible for an offence, because of a mental disorder.
Last reviewed March 2024
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