Illinois Compiled Statutes 725 ILCS 5/104-10 – Presumption of Fitness; Fitness Standard.) A defendant is presumed to …
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 725 ILCS 5/104-10
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
Presumption of Fitness; Fitness Standard.) A defendant is presumed to be fit to stand trial or to plead, and be sentenced. A defendant is unfit if, because of his mental or physical condition, he is unable to understand the nature and purpose of the proceedings against him or to assist in his defense.