Research:
Arizona recidivism studies.
2003: Characteristics of Individuals Petitioned for Civil Commitment by Becker
Lawsuits:
None that we know of..
Lawsuit Filing Fees:
Here is how courts determine the filing fee amount for CC folks in Arizona.
Listed on state registry:
We are trying to find out, any help is appreciated..
Legislative:
Articles where Lawmakers and others have or are discussing problems and proposed laws.
How to Change these Laws:
Do you want to get involved in changing civil commitment laws in this state? Click HERE then chose your state to see what the bills Lawmakers are proposing. Then write to lawmakers and voice your opinions, hopefully it will make a difference.
Arizona Freedom of Information Requests:
Arizona’s Public Records Law is used to get copies of documents. Full instructions found at that link. Also see statutes.
Auditing:
Arizona Office of the Auditor General:
In the AG List of audits there is nothing that even alludes to an audit of The Arizona Community Protection and Treatment Center (ACPTC), facility or its program.
However we did find on the Internet this State Auditor Report 99-9, 1999 (which is in the AG list above). (Merely mentions "Sexually Violent Persons Unit" and program; not any kind of audit at all).
Here are a few news articles which discuss the period of time when the State Hospital almost lost its certification.
Deaths, Suicides and Vigilantism: Links to various articles, some may be old, which mention deaths or suicides in the facility, or vigilantism in the community. See links LEFT lower side of blog.
