Louisiana Revised Statutes > Title 15 > CODE TITLE XXI – Insanity Proceedings
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| § 15:211 | Procedures in handling defendants committed to mental institutions because of lack of capacity to stand trial |
Terms Used In Louisiana Revised Statutes > Title 15 > CODE TITLE XXI - Insanity Proceedings
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Electronic funds transfer: The transfer of money between accounts by consumer electronic systems-such as automated teller machines (ATMs) and electronic payment of bills-rather than by check or cash. (Wire transfers, checks, drafts, and paper instruments do not fall into this category.) Source: OCC
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.