A Defendant Who Is Unable to Understand the Charges and Proceedings

question 109

Multiple Choice

A defendant who is unable to understand the charges and proceedings brought against him or her in a criminal action is said to be ______.

• A) incoherent
• B) incompetent to stand trial
• C) guilty but mentally ill
• D) not guilty by reason of insanity

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Definitions:

Victim

An individual who suffers harm or loss as a result of an action, event, or situation, often without fault on their part.

Response

The reaction to a specific stimulus or set of conditions, often measured in terms of behavior, performance, or outcomes.

Locus of Control

A psychological concept referring to the extent to which individuals believe they have power over events in their lives.

Ethical Behavior

Ethical behavior entails acting in ways that are consistent with broadly accepted moral principles, such as fairness, honesty, and respect for others.