People v. Sanchez

Pursuant to CPL 730.30, an order of examination was issued to determine whether the defendant was an "incapacitated person”; that is, whether the defendant as a result of mental disease or defect lacks capacity to understand the proceedings against him or to assist in his own defense (CPL 730.10, subd 1).

A hearing was held on April 1 and 2, 1976, to determine whether the defendant was an incapacitated person.

The criteria of fitness to stand trial are: (1) the defendant understands the charges; (2) the defendant understands courtroom procedures; (3) the defendant can assist in his defense and…