### Question
How does the law define civil commitment program?


### Answer
Under *34 U.S.C. § 20971*, **civil commitment program** is defined as:

> a program that involves—


(A) secure civil confinement, including appropriate control, care, and treatment during such confinement

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 20971*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Protection of Children and Other Persons > CHAPTER 209-CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFETY > SUBCHAPTER II-CIVIL COMMITMENT OF DANGEROUS SEX OFFENDERS**

