Kansas · Kansas Statutes Annotated — Chapter 22, Criminal Procedure
K.S.A. Ch. 22 § 22-3301: Definitions
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A defendant is incompetent to stand trial if mental illness prevents them from understanding proceedings or assisting in their defense. Evaluations and treatment must occur in appropriate institutions with adequate resources and qualified personnel.
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