The Two-Pronged Dusky Standard Specifies That a Defendant Must Not

question 51

Multiple Choice

The two-pronged Dusky standard specifies that a defendant must not only understand what is happening but also be ______.

• A) agreeable to waiving his or her rights
• B) represented by a competent attorney
• C) able to assist in his or her own defense
• D) undergoing restorative treatment

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