Section 5500 - Early Discharge of Individuals in Releasee Status(a) Persons Committed to the Civil Addict Program Pursuant to Sections 3100 and 3100.6 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 3200(a) of the Welfare and Institutions Code stipulates that a releasee who has abstained from the use of narcotics and has otherwise abided by the conditions of release for a period of time as specified in that section may be considered for discharge from the Civil Addict Program. If the Narcotic Addict Evaluation Authority concurs in the opinion of the Director that the person on outpatient status has met the requirements as set forth in Welfare and Institutions Code Section 3200, it shall discharge such person from the program.(b) Persons Committed to the Civil Addict Program Pursuant to Sections 3050 and 3051 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 3200(b) of the Welfare and Institutions Code stipulates that a releasee who has abstained from the use of narcotics and has otherwise abided by the conditions of release for a period of time as specified in that section may be referred to the committing court for discharge consideration. If the Narcotic Addict Evaluation Authority concurs in the opinion of the Director that the releasee has met the requirements as set forth in Welfare and Institutions Code Section 3200, it may file with the superior court of the county in which the person was committed a certificate alleging such facts and recommending to the court the discharge of the person from the program. The Narcotic Addict Evaluation Authority or its designee shall serve a copy of such certificate upon the district attorney of the county.(c) Reporting Procedures. Once the releasee has met the requirements for early discharge consideration, including testing requirements as specified by the Board, the Parole and Community Services Division shall prepare a report within 10 days after the date the individual becomes eligible and submit it to the Board for its consideration on the Parole and Community Services Division hearing calendar.(d) Notification to Releasee. Following the decision of the Board, the Parole and Community Services Division shall notify the releasee of any responsibilities which he may have until the court vacates the commitment.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 15, § 5500
1. Amendment filed 12-7-82 as an emergency; effective upon filing (Register 83, No. 2). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL within 120 days or emergency language will be repealed on 4-6-83.
2. Editorial correction filed 1-5-83 (Register 83, No. 2).
3. Certificate of Compliance filed 2-3-83 (Register 83, No. 6).
4. Amendment of section heading and section filed 6-29-2000; operative 7-29-2000 (Register 2000, No. 26). Note: Authority cited: Section 3156, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Section 3200(a) and (b), Welfare and Institutions Code.
1. Amendment filed 12-7-82 as an emergency; effective upon filing (Register 83, No. 2). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL within 120 days or emergency language will be repealed on 4-6-83.
2. Editorial correction filed 1-5-83 (Register 83, No. 2).
3. Certificate of Compliance filed 2-3-83 (Register 83, No. 6).
4. Amendment of section heading and section filed 6-29-2000; operative 7-29-2000 (Register 2000, No. 26).