Sec. 53a-168. Escape: Definitions. - Connecticut Statutes

      Sec. 53a-168. Escape: Definitions. For purposes of sections 53a-169 to 53a-171, inclusive:

      (1) "Correctional institution" means the facilities defined in section 1-1 and any other correctional facility established by the Commissioner of Correction.

      (2) "Custody" means restraint by a public servant pursuant to an arrest or court order other than a Probate Court order directed against a person who is not in the custody of the Commissioner of Correction when such order is issued.

      (1969, P.A. 828, S. 170; 1971, P.A. 871, S. 41; P.A. 80-216, S. 1.)

      History: 1971 act replaced reference to Sec. 53a-170 with reference to Sec. 53a-171; P.A. 80-216 clarified meaning of custody as it applies to probate court orders.

      Cited. 240 C. 97.

      Cited. 37 CA 276.