Which of the Following Is NOT a Misconception of the Public

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a misconception of the public concerning the insanity defence?

• A) that it is used by a large number of defendants
• B) that when it is used,it is often successful
• C) that those acquitted with this defence are usually released
• D) that defendants get a "lighter" sentence when using this defence

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