What was the Jackson v. Indiana ruling?

A. The defendant's lawyers could control his defense, even over his persistent objections.
B. The federal judges could decide whether expert testimony could be admitted as evidence.
C. The confinement duration of an incompetent defendant should be reasonably limited.
D. The standard for competence to stand trial is inapplicable to other competence questions.


Answer: C

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