Asked by
Julio Lopez
on Dec 09, 2024Verified
The version of the insanity defense that declares that a person cannot be held responsible for his or her actions if those actions were the result of mental disease or mental defect is called the:
A) Durham test.
B) M'Naghten rule.
C) organic deficiency test.
D) irresistible impulse test.
Mental Disease
A broad term for disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, significantly impacting daily living.
Mental Defect
An outdated and insensitive term historically used to describe a range of intellectual or cognitive impairments.
- Comprehend the range of legal standards and principles applied in the evaluation of the insanity defense.
Verified Answer
BO
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the range of legal standards and principles applied in the evaluation of the insanity defense.