Jeffrey Dahmer admitted killing 15 young men. During his trial, the jurors considered his insanity plea. Wisconsin defines insanity using the Brawner rule, and the jurors decided that Dahmer was sane. What potentially caused the jurors to come to this conclusion?

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Dahmer's methodical approach to killing, which aimed to reduce his chances of getting caught, indicated to the jurors that he understood his actions were wrong and that he had control over his behavior. This understanding and control are key factors in determining sanity under the Brawner rule, which assesses an individual's ability to appreciate the criminality of their conduct and to conform their behavior to the requirements of the law.

Jeffrey Dahmer Admitted Killing 15 Young Men