After speaking with Peter for some time, Mr. Thomas believes that something is wrong with Peter. Mr. Thomas believes that Peter is either slightly mentally retarded or possibly mentally ill. He thinks that if Peter is charged with a crime the court will need to conduct a hearing to determine whether Peter is mentally well enough to understand the charges filed against him. What type of hearing is
this?
a. arraignment
b. competency
c. preliminary
d. sentencing
b
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