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In the Federal System, the Burden of Proof Is on the __________

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In the federal system, the burden of proof is on the __________ to demonstrate a mental disease or defect if he or she wants to use it as a defense.


Definitions:

Sexual Sadism

A paraphilia characterized by recurrent, intense urges to engage in real (not fantasy) sexual behaviors in which the person inflicts physical or psychological harm on a victim.

American Psychiatric Association

A professional organization of psychiatrists aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of mental disorders.

Domination and Submission

Components of BDSM involving a power exchange where one partner dominates and the other submits, often involving consensual role-playing.

Paraphilic Disorder

A paraphilia that is currently causing distress or impairment to the individual or a paraphilia whose satisfaction has entailed personal harm, or risk of harm, to others.

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