Multiple Choice
According to the information presented in Chapter 8, which of the following is FALSE regarding competency to stand trial?
A) A majority of incompetent defendants are eventually restored to competency.
B) Judges agree with the decisions of competence evaluators most of the time.
C) A majority of individuals referred for a competence evaluation are found incompetent.
D) Defendants can be medicated against their will in order to restore competence.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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