In this case, had he not been declared mentally unfit, he might not have gone to jail either. Being declared mentally unfit basically pauses the trial and puts

In this case, had he not been declared mentally unfit, he might not have gone to jail either. Being declared mentally unfit basically pauses the trial and puts the defendant into treatment until they are declared fit. Your abilities to appeal the decision, try to get the charges drop, or access legal assistance is very limited. It's an extraordinary step that shouldn't be taken lightly.