Dusky v. United States
Citation
362 U.S. 402 (1960)
Facts
Stub — to be completed.
Issue
Stub — to be completed.
Holding
Stub — to be completed.
Rule
A defendant is competent to stand trial if they have sufficient present ability to consult with their lawyer with a reasonable degree of rational understanding and a rational as well as factual understanding of the proceedings against them.
Significance
Established the constitutional standard for competency to stand trial; applies at all critical stages of criminal proceedings.