In a Courtroom, a Finding of Insanity Indicates That A(n)

question 46

Multiple Choice

In a courtroom, a finding of insanity indicates that a(n)

• A)defendant is unable to understand the nature and purpose of legal proceedings.
• B)individual is dangerous to themselves or to others.
• C)person cannot be held responsible for his or her actions because of mental illness.
• D)person has a chronic mental illness that is not responsive to treatment.

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Definitions:

Common Law

The law as found in the recorded judgments of the courts.

Environmental Nuisance

An act or condition that harms the environment, often by polluting or disrupting natural processes, and can negatively affect the health and well-being of communities.

Defendant

A person, company, or institution sued or accused in a court of law.

Canadian Environmental Assessment Act

A piece of federal legislation in Canada that mandates the assessment of the environmental impacts of certain proposed projects before they are allowed to proceed.