128Term of extension orders

128 Term of extension orders

128 Term of extension orders

(1) An extension order—

(a) commences when it is made, or when the limiting term or existing extension order to which the forensic patient is subject expires, whichever is the later, and

(b) expires at the end of the period (not exceeding 5 years from the day on which it commences) that is specified in the order.

(2) Nothing in this section prevents the Supreme Court from making a second or subsequent extension order against the same forensic patient.