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Burden of Proof in Seeking Discharge or Transfer From Secure Massachusetts Mental Health Facility  


Author:  Fred Cohen.


Source: Volume 09, Number 04, November/December 2007 , pp.61-61(1)




Correctional Mental Health Report

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Abstract: 

The court finds that beyond a reasonable doubt simply is not required when an applicant seeks his own transfer or discharge.

Keywords: re Andrews , 870 N.E.2d 610, Addington v. Texas , 441 U.S. 418

Affiliations:  1: Executive Editor.

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