Legal Question in Criminal Law in Iowa
compentecy hearing
A man murdered my aunt and uncle. The judge ordered a compentecy evaluation and hearing. What all does this entail?
Asked on 4/26/07, 7:46 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Luedeman
solo practitioner
Re: compentecy hearing
It's to see whether the person is competent to stand trial. In most cases they are found competent to stand trial.
Answered on 4/26/07, 8:17 pm
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