The management of offenders with mental disorders within the criminal justice system in Brunei Darussalam

This paper examines the management of offenders with mental disorders in Brunei Darussalam. The existing legislation, resources and service configuration are discussed in the context of recent developments and the challenges that need to be addressed. An innovative multi-agency approach is suggested...

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Main Author: Hilda Ho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2017-08-01
Series:BJPsych International
Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056474000001963/type/journal_article
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Summary:This paper examines the management of offenders with mental disorders in Brunei Darussalam. The existing legislation, resources and service configuration are discussed in the context of recent developments and the challenges that need to be addressed. An innovative multi-agency approach is suggested to improve the management of a group of people with complex needs.
ISSN:2056-4740
2058-6264