Claude Was High on Cocaine When He Viciously Assaulted a Stranger.Because

question 97

Multiple Choice

Claude was high on cocaine when he viciously assaulted a stranger.Because he was not completely aware of his actions at the time, Claude pled insanity.Based on which ruling is his plea likely to be dismissed?

• A)Durham v.United States
• B)Wyatt v.Stickney
• C)Barrett v.United States
• D)O'Connor v.Donaldson

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