Jerlene Posted November 9, 2018 Share Posted November 9, 2018 What do you think of criminals claiming insanity to avoid prison? More so, what do you think of juries and judges that allow rule in their favour when it comes to them claiming insanity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted December 27, 2018 Share Posted December 27, 2018 I believe they should be thoroughly evaluated before such a claim can have any substance. I have noticed in quite a few court cases in the United States, the person that is claiming mental illness planned such a methodical crime yet the jury and judge accepts their plea of insanity. I believe majority of them use it as a way to escape jail time and to not be held accountable for their actions. Reality vs Adventure 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alyxx Posted December 28, 2018 Share Posted December 28, 2018 If their crime was committed with clear intent, I call bullshit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killamch89 Posted December 28, 2018 Share Posted December 28, 2018 15 hours ago, Alyxx said: If their crime was committed with clear intent, I call bullshit... Exactly what I'm saying. An insane person cannot even do the basics properly such as taking care of their own hygiene, behave orderly and other stuff like that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rey Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 On 11/9/2018 at 2:32 PM, Jerlene said: What do you think of criminals claiming insanity to avoid prison? More so, what do you think of juries and judges that allow rule in their favour when it comes to them claiming insanity? It happens all the time. It is a very great defense to get away with a crime and this is someone who has law knowledge and a degree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
