Competence to stand trial has largely to do with understanding the charges against the defendant and being able to assist in one's own defense. The "understand and assist" requirement is an extension of the constitutional prohibition against trial
A. nolo contendere.
B. in absentia.
C. a posteriori.
D. mens rea.
Answer: B
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