D.C. Code § 24-531.11

Current through codified legislation effective September 18, 2024
Section 24-531.11 - Tolling provisions

In computing any time period in this chapter, the court shall exclude the following periods:

(1) Any time in which the defendant is unable to participate in a preliminary screening examination, a full competence examination, or treatment to restore competence due to physical incapacity;
(2) Any time in which the defendant fails or refuses to participate in a preliminary screening examination, a full competence examination, or treatment to restore competence;
(3) Any time due to the defendant's failure to appear for a preliminary screening examination, a full competence examination, or treatment to restore competence; and
(4) Any time from the filing of a motion or petition through its disposition, including any appeals, which prevents or delays the conduct of a preliminary screening examination, a full competence examination, or treatment to restore competence, including involuntary medication.

D.C. Code § 24-531.11

May 24, 2005, D.C. Law 15-358, § 111, 52 DCR 2015.