Asked by Aaliyah Augustus on Jun 26, 2024
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When people are judged mentally unstable at the time of their crimes and therefore innocent of wrongdoing, they are found to be:
A) guilty but insane.
B) not guilty by reason of insanity.
C) incompetent to stand trial.
D) guilty but mentally ill.
Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity
A legal defense by which a defendant can be found not guilty of a crime if it is proven that the defendant was mentally ill and did not understand the nature of the crime.
Mentally Unstable
Describes a state of emotional or mental strain and stress that significantly impacts an individual's thinking, behavior, and functioning in daily life.
- Familiarize oneself with the legal ramifications pertaining to mental health, with emphasis on the insanity defense strategy.
Verified Answer
MV
Monica Vargas AbregoJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Being found "not guilty by reason of insanity" means that the court has determined a person was mentally incapable of understanding their actions or distinguishing right from wrong at the time of the crime, thus they are not held criminally responsible.
Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the legal ramifications pertaining to mental health, with emphasis on the insanity defense strategy.