Earl stood trial for the murder of his neighbour.His lawyer argued that Earl was unaware of what he was doing because he was sleepwalking and in an automatic state.Earl's state was determined to be noninsane automatism.What type of verdict would Earl likely receive?
A) Not guilty
B) Guilty
C) Guilty but mentally ill
D) NCRMD
E) Unfit to stand trial
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