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Insanity Defense


A criminal defendant who is found to have been legally insane when a crime was committed may be entitled to a not-guilty verdict, or may receive less severe punishment. Different definitions and tests for legal insanity exist, often depending on the type of crime and where (in what state) it was committed. Below you will find basic information and legal issues related to the insanity defense.


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