A person may not be responsible for a criminal act if,as a result of a mental defect,he or she did not appreciate the wrongfulness of the act.

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This is the concept of the 'insanity defense' and is recognized in many legal systems around the world. If a person is unable to appreciate the nature or wrongfulness of their actions due to a mental illness or defect, they may be found not guilty by reason of insanity. However, the standards and criteria for this defense vary across different jurisdictions.

A Person May Not Be Responsible for a Criminal Act