At what point in a criminal proceeding can a motion be filed to seek a competency hearing for the defendant?

a. At any point in the proceedings
b. At the start of the trial
c. Only before sentencing
d. Only during the trial


Answer: a

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A. 6 percent
B. 8 percent
C. 10 percent
D. 12 percent

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a. true b. false Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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