18.Section 3 clarifies the meaning of key terms used in section 2. Subsection (1) provides that trigger event A applies to an offence committed before the member becomes a member and before section 2 comes into force. However, for trigger event A to occur, the member must be convicted on or after the day on which section 2 comes into force. Subsection (2) provides that a sentence or order for the purpose of trigger event A includes a suspended sentence or order, does not include a member being remanded in custody and does not include a member being detained under mental health legislation. Subsection (3) defines ‘mental health legislation’ for the purposes of trigger event A.
Commentary on Sections Part 1 – Recall of Members of the Senedd Section 3 – Trigger event A: meaning of key terms