Which of the Following Statements Is True of Competence to Stand

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of competence to stand trial?

• A)Defendants with a long history of psychiatric problems are more likely to be referred for competence evaluations.
• B)Those with schizophrenia are exempt from being referred for competence evaluation.
• C)European Americans are more likely than members of ethnic minority groups to be judged incompetent.
• D)Defendants referred for competence evaluations tend to be educated, employed, and married.

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Definitions:

Lawrence Kohlberg

A psychologist best known for his theory of stages of moral development, which describes how individuals evolve in their understanding of morality.

Liberty Rights

The right to be left alone to pursue our legitimate interests.

Legitimate Interests

Interests that do not violate others’ similar and equal interests.

Ethical Subjectivist

One who believes that morality is nothing more than personal opinion or feelings.