Psychology and Law

Psychology and Law

View the mock competency evaluation linked in the slides (video) and answer the following questions in (unnumbered) essay format. Video Link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOKGS-XuFqk&feature=youtu.be — Based on the readings and slides, what is competency to stand trial? Why is it important to determine if a defendant has this competency? — Quote at least three of the interviewer’s questions (from the video) and explain how each assesses competency. — Write one new question for a competency interview. Explain how your question assesses competency.