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Kentucky Supreme Court to hear arguments over the constitutionality of new law
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The Kentucky Supreme Court docket is listening to oral arguments over the constitutionality of a brand new Kentucky legislation that enables involuntary dedication for violent offenders.
Arguments have been being heard by justices on Wednesday in two circumstances out of Jefferson County, an announcement from the Supreme Court docket stated. Attorneys for 2 individuals involuntarily dedicated underneath the brand new legislation are difficult its constitutionality.
A legislation handed this yr permits violent offenders who’re incompetent for trial to be involuntarily dedicated if they’re a hazard to themselves and others no matter whether or not they would profit from therapy. Beforehand, a defendant might be involuntarily hospitalized provided that they may profit from therapy. If not, they might be let out.
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The Kentucky Supreme Court docket is listening to arguments over the constitutionality of latest legislation that enables involuntary dedication for violent offenders.
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The case is one in all 4 justices are set to listen to Wednesday and Thursday, the assertion stated. Proceedings are open to the general public and can happen within the Supreme Court docket Courtroom on the Capitol.