Another Example of Mistaken Public Views on What Happens with NGRI

question 29

Multiple Choice

Another example of mistaken public views on what happens with NGRI defendants is a common idea that they get _____ sentences than non-NGRI defendants. In reality, people who are deemed legally insane often spend _____ time in custody than non-NGRI criminals convicted for similar crimes.

• A) longer; more
• B) longer; less
• C) shorter; more
• D) shorter; less

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Definitions:

Aversive Events

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Dental Coverage

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