The case of Durham vs.United States (1954) left the task of defining mental illness to mental health professionals.This had the general result that ____.
A) relying on psychiatric testimony has served to confuse the issues because both the prosecutor and defense bring in psychiatric experts, who often present conflicting testimony.
B) many defendants were opting for a plea of insanity
C) a huge rift developed between mental health professionals and the legal system
D) the mental health professionals developed a stricter definition than the courts had previously followed
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q14: Due to a mental condition, Jonathan seems
Q16: The basic premise of criminal law in
Q21: In the play Harvey, a man who
Q21: Carmelita's mother has contacted an attorney to
Q23: Milton was found not competent to stand
Q25: Defendant "A" is a serial killer.Defendant "B"
Q27: Mental state at the time of a
Q28: Proceedings have begun to have Angelina civilly
Q29: Henry wants to have his wife Eleanor
Q36: A judge hears four cases involving civil
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents