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D.C. Code § 24-531.01 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1) “Competence” means that a defendant has sufficient present ability to consult with his or her lawyer with a reasonable degree of rational understanding and has a rational, as well as a factual, understanding of the proceedings again…
D.C. Code § 24-531.02 Competence to proceed — Generally
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(a) A defendant shall not be tried, be sentenced, enter a guilty plea, or be subject to revocation of probation or a transfer proceeding if the court determines that the defendant is incompetent. (b)(1) Any proceeding to determine whether a defendant is incompetent shall not dela…
D.C. Code § 24-531.03 Competence examinations
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(a) At any time after the prosecutor moves for a transfer from the Family Court to the Criminal Division of the Superior Court or charges a criminal offense by complaint, information, or indictment, either party may request, or the court on its own may order, that the defendant b…
D.C. Code § 24-531.04 Initial competence determination
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(a)(1) A hearing to determine competence of a defendant shall be set: (A) No more than 30 days from the date the competence examination is ordered for a defendant who is detained or committed for an inpatient examination; and (B) No more than 45 days from the date the competence …