Louisiana Revised Statutes & Codes

La. Code Crim. Proc. Ann. art. § 641 (2026)

 Mental incapacity to proceed defined

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INSANITY PROCEEDINGS

CHAPTER 1.  MENTAL INCAPACITY TO PROCEED

Art. 641.  Mental incapacity to proceed defined

Mental incapacity to proceed exists when, as a result of mental disease or defect, a defendant presently lacks the capacity to understand the proceedings against him or to assist in his defense.