C. Claxton

The Ontario Review Board held an annual review hearing for an accused found not criminally responsible for assault and sexual assault.

The accused, diagnosed with treatment-refractory schizophrenia and substance use disorders, had recently decompensated due to medication non-compliance, exhibiting agitation and inappropriate sexualized behaviours.

The Board accepted the hospital's recommendation, supported by all parties, that the accused continues to pose a significant threat to public safety.

The Board ordered the continuation of the Detention Order to ensure adequate supervision and the ability to rapidly readmit the accused if his mental state deteriorates.

The Ontario Review Board conducted an annual review of the accused's disposition following a finding of not criminally responsible for assault and sexual assault.

The hospital, the Attorney General, and the accused jointly submitted that the accused remains a significant threat to public safety and should remain subject to a Detention Order at the General Forensic Unit.

The Board accepted the joint submission, noting the accused's progress with medication but highlighting the need for further investigation into his psychopathy score and sexually inappropriate behaviours.

The Detention Order was maintained.