insanity defenses Flashcards
1
Q
4 insanity defenses
A
- M’Naghten rule
- Irresistible impulse
- Durham rule
- Model Penal Code
2
Q
M’Naghten rule (insanity)
A
At the time of his conduct, D lacked the ability to know the wrongfulness of his actions or understand the nature and quality of his actions.
3
Q
Irresistible impulse (insanity)
A
D lacked the capacity for self-control and free choice
4
Q
Durham rule (insanity)
A
D’s conduct was a product of mental illness.
lacks “lack”
5
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Model Penal Code (insanity)
A
D lacked the ability to conform his conduct to the requirements of the law
