Scott Michael Sheheane v. State of Florida

In his ’ direct appeal after ‘ pléading to three violations of probation, Appellant argues the trial court erred in failing to make an independent detérmination of his competency ■ -after finding reasonable grounds to believe he was not competent. Although the record reflects that Appellant expressly waived a hearing and adjudication ■ on competency, we reverse and remand for further proceedings on competency because the-due process right to the court’s independent determination of competency cannot be waived.

Facts.

The facts are simple and undisputed. During the violation of probation…