AN ACT CONCERNING THE PSYCHIATRIC SECURITY REVIEW BOARD.

HB 6365 modifies how Connecticut's Psychiatric Security Review Board handles release decisions for individuals found not guilty by reason of insanity (acquittees). It requires the board to prioritize public safety as its primary concern over the acquittee's well-being when evaluating discharge, confinement, or conditional release. The bill mandates hearings for all temporary leave requests, prohibits acquittees from being released on their own charge, and extends waiting periods for both temporary leave and conditional release applications from six to twelve months. Additionally, it requires the board to use "clear and convincing evidence" when considering less restrictive placements.