Ordered that the order and judgment is affirmed, without costs or disbursements.
John P. was a convicted recidivist sex offender. On November 19, 2008, prior to his scheduled release from prison, the State commenced a proceeding pursuant to Mental Hygiene Law article 10 (hereinafter an article 10 proceeding), alleging that he suffered from a mental abnormality requiring civil commitment.
At a nonjury trial, John P.'s counsel sought to preclude testimony or...
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