What are the rules in state for determining competency

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Assignment:

Morgan, E., & Cabrero, A. (2012, March 21). Woman accused of killing daughter in murder-suicide attempt. KSL Broadcasting.

In Discussion Forum 2, post your response to the following discussion question. Reply to at least two classmates' responses by the date indicated in the Course Calendar.

After reading the Morgan and Cabrero article linked in the Study Materials, respond to the following questions:

What are the important factors regarding this case?
What burden does the defendant have in pleading guilty but mentally ill? Is this an appropriate defense for the case?
Why is it important that a defendant be "competent" to stand trial?
Should the government be allowed to force a defendant to take medication to make him/her competent to stand trial?
What are the rules in your state for determining competency?

Please feel free to speculate or assume in order to complete the questions

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