Maine · Maine Revised Statutes — Title 15, Court Procedure — Criminal
Me. Rev. Stat. (Crim. Proc.) § 3318-A: Determination of competency of a juvenile to proceed in a juvenile proceeding
What this law says, in plain English
A juvenile is competent to proceed in court if they understand the proceedings and can reasonably consult with their lawyer. The court may order a competency examination within 21 days when doubt exists.
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