Nebraska Statutes

§ 71-1103 — Purpose of act

Nebraska·Ch. 71 Public Health and Welfare
The purpose of the Developmental Disabilities Court-Ordered Custody Act is to provide a procedure for court-ordered custody and treatment for a person with developmental disabilities when he or she poses a threat of harm to others.

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Legislative History

Source: Laws 2005, LB 206, § 3. Annotations: The Legislature enacted the Developmental Disabilities Court-Ordered Custody Act to protect society when criminal proceedings are not possible. For example, if an individual is charged with a felony, but found incompetent to stand trial due to a developmental disability, this act applies. In re Interest of K.C., 313 Neb. 385, 984 N.W.2d 277 (2023).

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