CASE 4.2
Adam is a 16-year-old who has a history of strange behavior. He is now being homeschooled by his mother because he has a difficult time relating to his peers. His psychologist has diagnosed him with bipolar disorder. One afternoon, Adam goes to the high school that he once attended. He brings his father's revolver and attempts to shoot a few of his former classmates and a teacher. He misses all of his targets and flees the school. He is later apprehended in his home when the principal is able to identify him through the school's video surveillance.
-Adam is certain that he is not old enough to get in trouble for the crime of attempted murder. His lawyer explains to him that there is a conclusive presumption of incapacity for a child under age ____ and that he is legally allowed to be charged for these crimes.

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In many jurisdictions, there is a conclusive presumption of incapacity for children under the age of 7, meaning they are presumed incapable of committing a crime due to their age. For Adam, who is 16, this presumption does not apply, allowing for legal charges to be pursued against him for his actions.

CASE 4.2 Adam Is a 16-Year-Old Who Has a History of Strange