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The loophole it hopes to address is in what is known as the "Cane Madden" law, and came to light in the case of Gavin Perkins last year.
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The high court on Thursday ruled, in essence, that it was premature for justices to decide the constitutionality of the law because the Madden case and one like it have not concluded.Â
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All In Pediatrics wrote on Facebook, "We will not write, call or otherwise approve for your child to NOT wear a mask in school."
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"This bill would close the crack (in the law) and give people the help they need and keep the community safe," said Sen. Morgan McGarvey.
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But lawmakers in Frankfort have just two days left to pass the bill this session.
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The bill now needs a Senate vote and the governor's signature.
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The bill would address mentally ill defendants who sometimes dodge both prison and treatment.
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A community's worst fear was realized Thursday when Jefferson Circuit Court Judge determined that Cane Madden is mentally incompetent to stand trial.
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The judge's decision on Cane Madden's mental competency is expected next week.
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The upcoming competency hearing will determine if the accused is mentally fit to stand trial.