The Psychiatric Illnesses Most Commonly Associated with Successful Insanity Pleas

question 45

Multiple Choice

The psychiatric illnesses most commonly associated with successful insanity pleas include all of the following, EXCEPT:

• A) intellectual disability.
• B) anxiety disorders.
• C) psychosis.
• D) mood disorders.

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Definitions:

North Western Regional Reporter

A compilation of appellate court decisions from northwestern states of the USA, used for legal research.

Appellant

A party who appeals a court decision, seeking a review and potential reversal of that decision by a higher court.

Appellee

An individual or entity that responds to an appeal in court, upholding the lower court's decision.

Plaintiff

A person or legal entity who initiates a lawsuit against another party (the defendant) in a court of law, alleging wrongdoings.