COWART, Judge.
Petitioner here seeks a writ of mandamus from this court compelling the respondent to appoint a psychiatric expert to examine the defendant and to assist the defense in exploring the possibility of an insanity defense.
Petitioner is charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery and is presently represented by the public defender. Petitioner's counsel filed an "application for defense psychiatric expert" requesting the court to appoint...
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