Suspension of Execution of Convict Lacking Requisite Mental Capacity; Periodic Reexaminations; Subsequent Proceedings.

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7-13-903. Suspension of execution of convict lacking requisite mental capacity; periodic reexaminations; subsequent proceedings.

(a) If the court finds that the convict does not have the requisite mental capacity, the judge shall suspend the execution of the convict. Thereafter a designated examiner shall reexamine the convict at least every twelve (12) months at the direction of the court. After two (2) annual examinations the court may suspend reexamination of the convict.

(b) When the designated examiner determines after examination required by this section that the conditions justifying the suspension of the execution of the death sentence no longer exist, he shall immediately report his determination to the court. The court shall commence a new hearing according to W.S. 7-13-902.


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