Section 15-16-20 Duty of Judge to Institute Investigation on Sanity of Certain Confined Persons; Proceedings Where Person Found Insane.
If a confined non-minor under the listed circumstances appears insane, the circuit court judge must investigate, hear from a physician and witnesses, and may use a jury and compel attendance. If insanity is proved, the judge may order discharge and custody in Alabama state hospitals; after recovery, the superintendent
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If a confined non-minor under the listed circumstances appears insane, the circuit court judge must investigate, hear from a physician and witnesses, and may use a jury and compel attendance. If insanity is proved, the judge may order discharge and custody in Alabama state hospitals; after recovery, the superintendent must notify the judge and sheriff if directed.
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