CCRP 641 - Mental incapacity to proceed defined

LA Code Crim Pro 641 (2018) (N/A)
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INSANITY PROCEEDINGS

CHAPTER 1. MENTAL INCAPACITY TO PROCEED

Art. 641. Mental incapacity to proceed defined

Mental incapacity to proceed exists when, as a result of mental disease or defect, a defendant presently lacks the capacity to understand the proceedings against him or to assist in his defense.