Tucker was found mentally unstable at the time of trial. This means it was ruled that Tucker:

A) did not commit a crime.
B) was not responsible for the crime he committed.
C) was unable to understand the trial procedures and defend himself in court.
D) was a danger to himself or others.

Mentally Unstable

Describes a state where an individual's emotional or psychological condition is disturbed, often leading to unpredictability or impaired functioning.

Trial Procedures

These are formal processes used in legal cases to determine the outcome, including steps like presenting evidence, cross-examination, and delivering a verdict.