Which of the following defenses is used when an individual is NOT held responsible for his or her criminal actions as a result of his or her mental state?

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Insanity defense is used when an individual is not held responsible for his or her criminal actions as a result of his or her mental state. The other choices mentioned do not relate to mental state as a defense for criminal action. Self-defense is the justification for using force to defend oneself or others. Intoxication does not excuse criminal behavior unless it prevented the defendant from forming the intent necessary for the crime. Duress is a defense that applies when the defendant was forced to commit the crime under threat of immediate harm or death.

Which of the Following Defenses Is Used When an Individual