The prosecution expert's findings were discussed at a meeting between attorneys and Ellisor on Monday in which all parties agreed that the teen was not competent to stand trial, Poehl said.Kevin Petroff, the first assistant district attorney for Galveston County, said his office was working to meet with all families of the victims before making any statement., which is about 50 miles southeast of Houston. His trial was set to start Feb. 18.
The issue of his competency relates to his current state of mind and not his state of mind at the time of the shooting, Poehl said. The teen will be transferred from the Galveston County Jail to a state mental health facility, where he will remain for four to six months to receive treatment. After that, he will be re-evaluated to determine whether he is competent for trial."We're all just hoping it happens as soon as possible," Poehl said.
Ellisor on Monday lifted an order that had prevented defense attorneys and prosecutors from discussing the teen's mental state.
Surprised?!?!
should get the death penalty not mental health treatment!!
Accused?
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