Challenging a confession based on mental capacity
LIST Code: CR-03-03-00-00
LIST Code
CR-03-03-00-00
Title
Challenging a confession based on mental capacity
Definition
This category covers issues with a suspect or defendant's confession to a crime, based on their mental capacity. It includes how the confession could be challenged based on mental capacity. This also includes protections for people with mental disabilities who make statements to the police.
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