Court-Ordered Treatment
/ˈkɔrt ˈɔrdərd ˈtritmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A directive by a court requiring an individual to undergo medical or psychological treatment as part of legal proceedings or sentencing.
The defendant was subjected to court-ordered treatment following the drug-related offense.
Forms
- court-ordered treatment
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Commentary
Court-ordered treatment often balances individual rights with public safety and usually requires clear legal standards to justify its imposition.
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