Someone driven by a fit of passion to commit a murder might be found insane at the time of the crime under the _____ test.

A) Durham
B) irresistible impulse
C) American Law Institute
D) forensic insanity

Irresistible Impulse

A legal defense theory suggesting that a defendant was unable to control their actions due to mental illness, making them not responsible for the criminal behavior.

Fit of Passion

An emotional state of intense but brief uncontrolled expression of feelings, often resulting in rash actions or statements.

Insane

A term often used historically to describe individuals with mental illness or severe mental health conditions, now considered pejorative and replaced with more specific diagnoses.