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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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).