People who are unable to participate actively in their own defence due to mental disorder are
A) often referred to a substitute decision-maker who decides what the plea will be.
B) automatically declared guilty and sentenced.
C) referred to as unfit to stand trial.
D) referred to as not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder.
E) automatically declared not guilty and acquitted.
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