Commonwealth v. G.F.

*819 **181 This case concerns G. L. c. 123A, the statute governing civil commitment of sexually dangerous persons (SDP). Prior to civilly committing an individual under this statute, the Commonwealth must obtain a unanimous jury verdict finding that the individual is sexually dangerous. G. L. c. 123A, § 14 ( d ). Subject to certain exceptions, the trial to determine sexual dangerousness must be held within sixty days after the Commonwealth files a petition for trial. G. L. c. 123A, § 14 ( a ). During this time, the individual is to be temporarily confined. See G. L. c. 123A, § 14 ( e ) ;…