Provision for custody of accused person found insane

(1) Where any person is found to be insane under sections 119 and 120, or has a special verdict found against him under section 121, the court shall direct the finding of the jury to be recorded, and thereupon may order the person to be detained in safe custody, in such place and manner as the court thinks fit, until the State’s pleasure is known. 80 (2) The judge shall immediately report the finding of the jury and the detention to the Chief Justice who shall order the person to be dealt with as a person of unsound mind under the laws of Belize for the time being in force for the care and custody of persons of unsound mind, or otherwise as he thinks proper.