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Retrospective Responsibility

Definition

A separate inquiry into the applicable legal criteria at the time of the alleged offence.

Related terms

Fitness to Plead
A jurisdiction-specific legal framework concerning ability to participate in criminal proceedings.
Functional Assessment
Examination of relevant abilities and difficulties in relation to the actual task and available supports.
Restoration
Interventions intended to enable the abilities required for proceedings, followed by appropriate reassessment.
Trial Competence
Present functioning relevant to participation in proceedings under the applicable legal standard.

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