Which statement about criminal commitment is accurate?
A) It means the incarceration of someone for having committed a crime.
B) It occurs when people suffering from mental disorders are admitted to a psychiatric hospital against their will.
C) It always requires a hearing to assess competency to stand trial.
D) It leads to incarceration of only those people who are not responsible for their actions.
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