Courts ask for mental health professionals to help determine if defendants are:

A) responsible for the crimes they commit and capable of defending themselves in court.
B) telling the truth or covering for someone else who really committed the crime.
C) able to serve as their own counsel (lawyer) and educated regarding the law.
D) in need of medical treatment.

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Serena Taveras · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Courts often require mental health professionals to assess if defendants are mentally competent to stand trial, which includes determining if they understand the charges against them and can participate in their defense, essentially evaluating their responsibility for their actions and capability to defend themselves in court.

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