Dusky standard
The US Supreme Court's 1960 two-pronged test for competency to stand trial: sufficient present ability to consult with counsel with rational understanding, and rational and factual understanding of the proceedings.
The US Supreme Court's 1960 two-pronged test for competency to stand trial: sufficient present ability to consult with counsel with rational understanding, and rational and factual understanding of the proceedings.
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