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Article 706-130 of the French Code of Criminal Procedure

When the assize court returns to the courtroom pursuant to Article 366, the president shall pronounce a judgment declaring the person not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder.

This ruling puts an end to pre-trial detention or judicial supervision.

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Article 706-130

Lorsque la cour d’assises rentre dans la salle d’audience en application de l’article 366, le président prononce un arrêt portant déclaration d’irresponsabilité pénale pour cause de trouble mental.


Cet arrêt met fin à la détention provisoire ou au contrôle judiciaire.


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