Which of the Following Is a Reason for Doing a Competence

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason for doing a competence evaluation?

• A)to discover information that could lead to a possible insanity defense
• B)to guarantee the permanent incarceration of a potentially dangerous person
• C)to encourage the judge to allow bail
• D)to encourage the judge to set a trial date sooner

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