Beiswenger v. Psychiatric Security Review Board

Petitioner seeks review of an order of the Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) denying his request for unconditional discharge. He argues that PSRB erred in finding that he presents a substantial danger to others. We conclude that substantial evidence supports PSRB’s finding and affirm.

In 1988, petitioner grabbed a woman by the wrists and held a knife to her throat as he ordered her to come with him. He threatened to kill her if she refused. As petitioner led the woman to his car, she struggled free and escaped. Petitioner was arrested and charged with kidnaping. He admitted threatening…