If Either Attorney Raises the Issue of the Defendant's Competence

question 40

Multiple Choice

If either attorney raises the issue of the defendant's competence, the presiding judge:

• A) often treats it as a ploy, and proceeds with the trial.
• B) asks the opposing attorney's opinion on the issue.
• C) almost always orders a psychological evaluation.
• D) is legally obligated to stop the proceedings.

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