discretionary commitment
A commitment that a judge may or may not grant, depending on whether the gov-ernment has proved ¡ª usu. by clear and convincing evidence ¡ª that the commitment is necessary for the well-being of the defendant or society (as when the defendant is insane and dangerous).
? Most states allow discretionary commitment.
What is the legal equivalent of the term discretionary commitment in Chinese?
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