# \#previous-decision

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## [Tribunal panel using previous tribunal decision for criteria](https://forum.mentalhealthlaw.co.uk/t/tribunal-panel-using-previous-tribunal-decision-for-criteria/5410)

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**Author:** [@NickyGatland](https://forum.mentalhealthlaw.co.uk/u/NickyGatland)\
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**Last updated:** [2 April 2026 16:34 UTC](https://forum.mentalhealthlaw.co.uk/t/tribunal-panel-using-previous-tribunal-decision-for-criteria/5410 "2026-04-02T16:34:30Z")

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I recently represented a client who is detained under S37/41. At the tribunal we requested a deferred conditional discharge as no accommodation available at present, this was supported by the detaining authority. The c…