Question 1

What is recognized by the fact that the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" defence used since 1991 has replaced "not guilty" with "not criminally responsible"?

Accepted Answer

The "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" defence acknowledges that the individual did commit the act in question, but due to their mental disorder, they are not held criminally responsible in the same way someone without such a disorder would be. This reflects an understanding of the impact of mental health on behavior and legal responsibility.

Question 2

According to Ogloff and Whittemore (2001),what do negative public perceptions of the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD)defence reflect?

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Question 3

Andrea is being held in a psychiatric hospital after being tried for a criminal offence.Why is she in this facility instead of in jail?

Accepted Answer

Andrea is being held in a psychiatric hospital because she was found not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder. This means that her mental health condition played a significant role in the offence, and as a result, she is receiving treatment in a specialized psychiatric facility rather than being incarcerated in a regular jail.

Question 4

Since 1991,when the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD)defence was introduced in Canada,which of the following has occurred?

Accepted Answer

While there has been a slight increase over time in the number of people recommended for NCRMD in Canada since 1991, it is still relatively uncommon. It is not the most common defence used in Canadian criminal cases.

Question 5

In British Columbia,during the two years following the legal change to the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD)defence,what percentage of cases remanded for assessment of criminal responsibility led to psychiatrists' recommendations favouring an NCRMD defence?

Accepted Answer

28.6 percent of cases remanded for assessment of criminal responsibility led to psychiatrists' recommendations favouring an NCRMD defence in British Columbia during the specified period.

Question 6

According to the Canadian Criminal Code,which of the following is NOT a requirement for a person assessed as being fit to stand trial?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Criminal Code requires that for a person to be considered fit to stand trial, they must understand the nature and object of the proceedings, understand the possible consequences of the proceedings, and be able to communicate with counsel. Understanding the nature and moral quality of the act of which they stand accused is not explicitly listed as a requirement for fitness to stand trial in the Canadian Criminal Code.

Question 7

What did the court find in the 1995 case (described in your textbook)of André Dallaire,who tried to kill former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien?

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Question 8

Since Joe's arrest,a decision was made to have him undergo the Fitness Interview Test-Revised,a three-part instrument developed by Webster and colleagues (1999).What is the purpose of this test?

Accepted Answer

The Fitness Interview Test-Revised is a tool used to assess a criminal defendant's fitness to stand trial. This test is used to determine if a defendant is capable of understanding the charges against them, assisting in their own defense, and communicating effectively with their lawyer. It is not meant to assess a person's mental state at the time a crime was committed or their physical and intellectual status as part of a standard pretrial assessment. It is also not meant to assess a defendant's ability to appreciate the quality and moral nature of the act of which they are accused.

Question 9

The court has found that Mounir is currently unable to participate in his own defence.What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

If the court has found that Mounir is currently unable to participate in his own defence, it means that he is unfit to stand trial. This could be due to mental illness or disability such as developmental delay, brain injury or severe PTSD. This means that he cannot assist his lawyer in his own defence, doesn't understand the charges against him or is not competent to make decisions about his own case.

Question 10

If a person succeeds at using the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder defence," which of the following is most likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

When a person is found not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder, they are often placed under the jurisdiction of a mental health review board or similar body. This board periodically reviews the person's case to determine if they continue to pose a risk to the public or themselves. There is no fixed term for their detention, and it's possible for individuals to be held in psychiatric institutions for longer than they might have been imprisoned, depending on assessments of their mental health and risk to society.

Question 11

According to Hans (1986),what percentage of people who responded to a survey agreed with the statement that the "insanity plea is a loophole that allows too many guilty people to go free"?

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Question 12

A TV reporter is interviewing students about the insanity plea.If these students are similar to about 90 percent of the population,which of the following statements will they agree with?

Accepted Answer

Most people believe that the insanity defense is overused and allows too many individuals to evade responsibility for their crimes, despite the fact that it is actually used in a very small percentage of cases.

Question 13

Margaret was diagnosed with schizophrenia ten years ago and has been hospitalized several times.She has paranoid delusions and hallucinations.Her speech is rambling and incoherent.Recently,Margaret got hold of a gun and shot several people,believing that they were her enemies.Following her arrest,what is the most likely scenario for Margaret?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

What has research shown regarding the Fitness Interview Test-Revised,which was developed by Webster and colleagues (1999)?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that the Fitness Interview Test-Revised is a reliable tool for screening out individuals who are clearly fit to stand trial. It assesses a person's ability to understand the legal proceedings against them and to assist in their own defense.

Question 15

In a Canadian review,Woodworth and colleagues (2003)suggested that forensic community programs are one of the best settings for helping people who are judged to be not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder.Which of the following is NOT a recommendation made by the authors to ensure a successful implementation of such community-based programs?

Accepted Answer

The authors do not recommend unanimous acceptance of the program by people in the community. Rather, they suggest that people in the community must be aware of the program and educated about the risk that individuals judged to be not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder pose. The authors do recommend routine use of validated risk assessment tools, high levels of monitoring of these individuals, and collaboration between mental health and legal professionals.

Question 16

The outcome of Frank's trial resulted in a finding of "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder." According to Canadian law,where will Frank now be sent?

Accepted Answer

According to Canadian law, individuals who are found to be not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder are typically ordered to receive treatment in a psychiatric hospital. This is intended to provide them with the necessary medical care and support to address their mental health concerns and reduce the risk of future harm to themselves or others.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the public perception that people with mental illness have "beat the rap" as a result of being judged not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder?

Accepted Answer

The public perception that people with mental illness have "beat the rap" as a result of being judged not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder is an incorrect perception. This perception is often based on misunderstandings about the legal and clinical criteria for such a verdict.

Question 18

According to Ogloff and Whittemore's (2001)research on public opinions,what happens when someone is found not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder?

Accepted Answer

Ogloff and Whittemore's (2001) research found that when someone is found not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder, the public often protests that the person "got off" too easily. This suggests a lack of understanding of the legal processes involved in such cases as well as a lack of understanding of the nature of mental illness.

Question 19

Andrew has been accused of committing a crime and is currently in a mental health facility.He will stay there until it is determined that he is fit to participate in legal proceedings against him.What does it mean if Andrew is found unfit to stand trial?

Accepted Answer

Being found unfit to stand trial means that Andrew is not able to participate in his defense due to mental incapacity. This does not lead to a conviction or acquittal but may result in conditional discharge, hospital detention, or mandated treatment to address his mental health condition.

Question 20

According to Canadian law,who can raise the issue of "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD)at any time,and who can raise the possibility of NCRMD only after the defendant has been found guilty or after the defence raises the issue of the defendant's mental state?

Accepted Answer

In Canadian law, both the defendant and the prosecution have the ability to raise the issue of "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD). The defendant can raise this issue at any point, while the prosecution can raise the possibility of NCRMD only after the defendant has been found guilty or after the defence raises the issue of the defendant's mental state.

Quiz 16: Mental Health Services: Legal and Ethical Issues

What is recognized by the fact that the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" defence used since 1991 has replaced "not guilty" with "not criminally responsible"?

According to Ogloff and Whittemore (2001) ,what do negative public perceptions of the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD) defence reflect?

Andrea is being held in a psychiatric hospital after being tried for a criminal offence.Why is she in this facility instead of in jail?

Since 1991,when the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD) defence was introduced in Canada,which of the following has occurred?

In British Columbia,during the two years following the legal change to the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD) defence,what percentage of cases remanded for assessment of criminal responsibility led to psychiatrists' recommendations favouring an NCRMD defence?

According to the Canadian Criminal Code,which of the following is NOT a requirement for a person assessed as being fit to stand trial?

What did the court find in the 1995 case (described in your textbook) of André Dallaire,who tried to kill former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien?

Since Joe's arrest,a decision was made to have him undergo the Fitness Interview Test-Revised,a three-part instrument developed by Webster and colleagues (1999) .What is the purpose of this test?

The court has found that Mounir is currently unable to participate in his own defence.What does this mean?

If a person succeeds at using the "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder defence," which of the following is most likely to occur?

According to Hans (1986) ,what percentage of people who responded to a survey agreed with the statement that the "insanity plea is a loophole that allows too many guilty people to go free"?

A TV reporter is interviewing students about the insanity plea.If these students are similar to about 90 percent of the population,which of the following statements will they agree with?

What has research shown regarding the Fitness Interview Test-Revised,which was developed by Webster and colleagues (1999) ?

The outcome of Frank's trial resulted in a finding of "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder." According to Canadian law,where will Frank now be sent?

Which of the following best describes the public perception that people with mental illness have "beat the rap" as a result of being judged not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder?

According to Ogloff and Whittemore's (2001) research on public opinions,what happens when someone is found not criminally responsible on account of a mental disorder?

Andrew has been accused of committing a crime and is currently in a mental health facility.He will stay there until it is determined that he is fit to participate in legal proceedings against him.What does it mean if Andrew is found unfit to stand trial?

According to Canadian law,who can raise the issue of "not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder" (NCRMD) at any time,and who can raise the possibility of NCRMD only after the defendant has been found guilty or after the defence raises the issue of the defendant's mental state?