One of the Problems with the Dusky Standard Is That

question 134

Multiple Choice

One of the problems with the Dusky standard is that __________.

• A)judges do not typically allow it to be used
• B)it does not specify how the evaluator should judge the sufficiency of rational understanding, ability to consult or factual understanding when assessing competence
• C)the American Bar Association has not agreed with its use
• D)the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that it should only be used on an inpatient basis

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