23. Failure to raise the issue of competency when pertinent, even if it is against the defendant's wishes, risks issues concerning malpractice and ineffective assistance of counsel. A ) True B False

True<br /><br />Failure to raise the issue of competency when pertinent can indeed risk issues concerning malpractice and ineffective assistance of counsel. Competency is a fundamental aspect of ensuring a fair trial, and attorneys have an obligation to address it if there are reasonable grounds to believe that a defendant may not be competent to stand trial. Ignoring such concerns could lead to claims of ineffective assistance of counsel, as it may compromise the defendant's right to a fair legal process.