Which is NOT a criticism of the insanity defense?
A) In a given case, the testimony of clinicians is often not in agreement.
B) Clinicians are biased to assume that people have free will and are responsible for their actions.
C) Clinicians are trying to evaluate the defendant's state of mind during a time that is long past.
D) The insanity defense allows dangerous people to escape punishment.
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