Which Is NOT a Criticism of the Insanity Defense

question 180

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT a criticism of the insanity defense?

• A) In a given case, the testimony of clinicians is often not in agreement.
• B) Clinicians are biased to assume that people have free will and are responsible for their actions.
• C) Clinicians are trying to evaluate the defendant's state of mind during a time that is long past.
• D) The insanity defense allows dangerous people to escape punishment.

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