Term ID: T0811

Competency to Stand Trial

/competency-to-stand-trial/
Legal concept assessing whether a defendant can understand and participate in their trial.
Example: A psychologist evaluates a defendant’s mental state before court.

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Reference: Dusky v. United States (1960)