Legal Question in Disability Law in Kentucky
What are the duties of a court-appointed attorney in regards to client mental evaluation?
Asked on 1/18/11, 8:27 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Martin Kasdan, Jr.
Martin Z. Kasdan, Jr., Attorney at Law
It depends on the reason for the evaluation, whether for criminal issues (Insanity defense, competency to stand trial) or civil issues (invluntary commitment proceedings and disability/guardianship matters.
Answered on 1/23/11, 9:04 am