¶1Reversed. We hold that the provisions of section 744.331(4), Florida Statutes (1985) are mandatory and require an actual hearing to determine competency as outlined in the provisions of the section. The requirement for a hearing may not be waived by counsel for the alleged incompetent. Cf. In re Keene, 343 So.2d 916 (Fla. 4th DCA 1977).
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12 Fla.L.Weekly 1437
In re Frederick
District Court of Appeal of Florida
Decided June 10, 1987
District Court of Appeal of Florida · decided 1987-06-10
Relies on 343 So. 2d 916 - In Re Keene
Decided 1987-06-10