How can a person found unfit at time of crime be charge for something after he has been found fit?

  Fitness to stand trial is not the same as being insane at the time of the offense or guilty but mentally ill. Fitness to stand trial, is essentially, does the person understand the charges against him (and various other legal concepts) and can he cooperate with defense counsel.   This posting is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice nor establish an attorney-client relationship between the parties. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com