27B-7-41. Counsel to represent subject--Procedural rights.
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The person alleged to meet the criteria for board - ordered commitment shall be represented by counsel. Such representation is not subject to waiver, and the person is entitled:
(1)To be present at the hearing;
(2)To obtain a continuance in order to adequately prepare a case;
(3)To present documents and witnesses;
(4)To cross - examine witnesses; and
(5)To require testimony in person from the psychiatrist or psychologist who performed the evaluation required in 27B-7-28 .