State v. Harris

— Theodore John Harris appeals from the denial of his petition requesting final discharge from Western State Hospital. Harris argues that because the length of his commitment exceeded the maximum term of imprisonment for the crimes with which he was charged, he is entitled to final discharge.

On July 11, 1977, Harris was charged by information with one count of possession of stolen property in the second degree and one count of forgery. On August 3, 1977, Harris filed a motion for acquittal by reason of insanity, and an order of acquittal was entered on June 12, 1978. The court also entered an…