Signs Of Incompetence Indicators

Summary

In New York, individuals with intellectual disabilities may show signs of incompetence in making police reports, such as difficulty understanding the report, recalling events, or making consistent statements. If you feel uncertain about your ability to report an incident, consider discussing it with a trusted person or legal advisor. If threatened, its important to report to the police for safety. You can ask someone you trust to help or accompany you to the police station.

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I have Intellectual disability and I don't know if I'm competent enough to make a police report
In New York, it's important to consider whether you feel capable of understanding and accurately communicating the details of the incident. If you're uncertain, you might want to discuss your situation with a trusted person or legal advisor. Do you have a specific incident you're concerned about?
Someone threatened me and my twin brother tonight
I'm really sorry to hear that happened to you and your brother. It's important to report threats to the police for your safety. Do you feel comfortable discussing the details of the threat? If you're unsure about making the report yourself, you could ask someone you trust to help you or accompany you to the police station.