This is an indicator as to whether the detainee is classified by DMH as “eligible” and/or “target”, and as a child or as an adult. “Children” are age 3 to 17, and adults are age 18 and older. There are four possible values:
EA = Eligible adult
EA/TA = Eligible adult who is also a target adult
EC = Eligible child
EC/TC = Eligible child who is also a target child
The ELG/TAR field is included on this screen to help community agencies prioritize services to mentally ill offenders. Clients who are “targeted” should always be given priority over those who are “eligible”.