murder and manslaughter

Question 1

what are the 4 elements needed to be proven for a defence in diminished responsibility?

Answer 1

The defendant must suffer from an abnormality of mental functioning as a result of a recognised medical condition which substantially impairs their ability to understand their conduct, form rational judgment or exercise self control and this provides an explanation for the killing.

Question 2

for diminished responsibility - is alcohol dependency and intoxication as a result a recognised medical condition?

Answer 2

yes = alcohol dependency and intoxication as a result is a recognised medical condition